Expanses of flowers are a seasonal must in Holland, the perfect destination when spring arrives. Take a trip to the beauty of nature and this state’s distinctive landscapes, which from mid-March through mid-May color the flat expanses with an incredible variety of tulips, the national symbol.
We are just a short time away from the Easter vacation , which this year will be celebrated on April 5, and the Netherlands could be the ideal destination to spend an immersive trip, not only among the thousands of colors of flowers but also in the nature of this small state that abounds everywhere, even in the city. Another wonderful opportunity to visit the Netherlands is the bridge of April 25 since on the 27th of the same month we celebrate the Koningsdag, Queen’s Day in honor of the coronation of Queen Beatrix.
It is a highly attended celebration in which parades, processions, theme parties are organized, and every corner of the country is decorated with strictly orange decorations and gadgets, the national color. A major event lasting until April 30, King William Alexander’s birthday.
May can also be ideal, although towards the middle of the month the blooms begin to diminish, although the greenery is always brighter and the sunny days more frequent. Whatever the time of year, a getaway to the Netherlands is always a great idea. Let’s find out where to go and what camping facilities to stay at for an immersive and relaxing vacation.
Haarlem
Haarlem is located in North Holland, just 17 km east of Amsterdam. The city is a Flemish enchantment, a maze of narrow alleys, small squares and small bridges crossing canals. A stop at a few places for a Jopen, an intense local beer, is a must, and then continue the discovery of the city. Be enchanted by the small hofjes, the courtyard-gardens of the old hospices: there are 21 of them, hidden behind simple doors and gates, “secret spaces” that turn into little edens during spring.
Leave downtown to admire the blooms that surround the city. Twenty campsites can be found in and around Haarlem. A wide variety of proposals among which we recommend the Roompot Bloemendaal aan Zee, located on the North Sea beach, ideal for a comfortable and pleasant beach vacation. Also beautiful is the Camping De Duindoorn, while for a stay a vacation with your beloved dog, EuroParcs Spaarnwoude awaits you with your four-legged friend. If you are traveling with the family, Camping Bloemendaal is the perfect cozy solution.
Leiden
Leiden, or Leiden, is located in southern Holland, 36 km northeast of Amsterdam. It is one of the most picturesque cities in the Netherlands, with a beautiful center crisscrossed by numerous canals where tpical brick cottages are reflected. Not to be missed, especially in spring, the Hortus botanicus , the oldest botanical garden in the Netherlands, dating back to 1590. A veritable treasure trove of biodiversity located within the historic headquarters of the Leiden Universiteit, in Rapenburg.
The first tulips in Europe were grown here, and today they thrive in all colors, but the “national” flower is not the only one that cloaks this eden: here you can immerse yourself in Southeast Asian jungles among tropical orchids and carnivorous plants, relax in the Japanese garden, and stroll through greenery shaded by monumental trees. Also worth a visit is the Winter Garden with its collection of cycads and carnivorous plants, and the large ornate orangery built in 1744.
The surroundings of Leiden are equally enchanting, famous for expanses of tulips headed by beautiful windmills, but also for naturalistic areas bordering the Noordzee where you can breathe in the crisp breeze of the North Sea. In and around Leiden you will find 30 camping facilities, among which we highlight the excellent services of the Camping Koningshof, as well as those of the glamping Strandcamping Zuidduinen. If you want to get a tan, stay at the Camping Maaldrift, right on the beach. The Natuurkampeerterrein Duinrell on the other hand, is a good option if you are traveling with family with young children, while for those traveling with animals, pin the Camping Stochemhoeve – Vekabo. If, on the other hand, you are looking for a more rustic and minimalist solution, pitch your tent in a pitch at the Camping Boerderij Rustdam.
Emmeloord
The first destination to admire the tulip blooms is Emmeloord , a small town in the province of Flevoland , in the northeast of the Netherlands, located 69 kilometers southwest of Amsterdam. Thetulip festival is celebrated here every year, plus it is a stone’s throw from the beautiful ‘IJsselmeer, enchanting lake that has much to offer travelers who want to spend a vacation surrounded by greenery.
In and around Emmeloord you will find 9 good camping facilities. Any advice? The Camping Eigen Wijze offers a vacation with all comforts and solutions with private sanitary facilities. The Camping ‘t Urkerbos is ideal for those traveling with a four-legged friend, while for water lovers even in late spring, the Camping Het Bosbad offers access to the beautiful swimming pool. For those who want to experience something new, try glamping Netl de Wildste Tuin – Recreatiepark en camping., while if you are looking for a minimalist solution, pitch your tent at theCamping De Veenkuil – Staatsbosbeheer.
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