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Ultimate List of Dutch Quirks

Dutch Quirk #85: Put all their national pride into HEMA

Ah, yes, The Netherlands! The land of cheese and bicycles...and HEMA? Indeed, this Dutch chain store is...

Dutch Quirk #71: Have impossible narrow and steep stairs in their houses

Anyone who's visited a Dutch house before will recognise a few distinct traits: open curtains for everyone...

Dutch Quirk #97: Apply hair gel like they’re frosting a cake

Upon arriving in the Netherlands, you’ll probably feel like you’re on the set of Grease with all...

Dutch Quirk #38: Mush all of their dinner food (prakken)

We admire the Dutch for a lot of things β€” efficiency, directness, and innovation. Their cuisine, however,...

Dutch Quirk #77: Switch to English even if you speak Dutch

Most internationals in the Netherlands have gone through this experience. You've been practising your Dutch and gathering...

Dutch Quirk #114: Throw their kids in a giant cargo bike

Whether you've visited the Netherlands at some point in the past or happen to live here long-term,...

Dutch Quirk #43: Hang a birthday calendar in their bathrooms

You read that right. It's the mighty verjaardagskalendar: a calendar that holds birthday reminders and party possibilities,...

Dutch Quirk #18: Refuse to go into debt

Have you ever noticed that almost all Dutch people refuse to go into debt and are terrified...