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Going to the Netherlands to see windmills and flowers is just the right time!

When it comes to the Netherlands, I think everyone's first impression is probably windmills! Spring is coming soon, and if you miss the Netherlands when traveling to Europe, it would be a pity. From late March to mid-May, the Netherlands offers stunning displays of flowers, with fields and fields of blooms that will surely amaze you if you see them with your own eyes. Additionally, the capital city Amsterdam, as well as cities like The Hague, Rotterdam, and Giethoorn, are all worth a visit and exploration.

Sansans Windmill Village

If you want to see the picturesque windmills, you can visit Zaanse Schans, which is located more than 10 kilometers from Amsterdam. Although it doesn't have the "windmills everywhere" scene that everyone imagines, the several large windmills there are still quite spectacular! They are mainly built on the riverside, with the windmill blades slowly rotating, creating a peaceful and beautiful atmosphere.

Children's windmill village

Want to see more windmills at once? Come to Kinderdijk! It is a witness to the history and culture of windmills in the Netherlands. Every Saturday afternoon in July and August, 19 windmills rotate together, creating a spectacular scene. In 1997, the windmill complex at Kinderdijk was included in UNESCO's World Heritage List. Located about 10 kilometers southeast of Rotterdam, you can visit the interior of the windmills, take a boat tour to admire them, or take a bicycle ride and take a photo with the windmill group behind you. This is the right way to explore Kinderdijk!