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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...
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Dutch Quirk #104: Be prescribed only paracetamol by every Dutch doctor

Got a headache? Paracetamol. Sleepless nights? Paracetamol. Broken leg? Hmm, maybe try a paracetamol. Or two, that'll...
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Dutch Quirk #38: Mush all of their dinner food (prakken)

We admire the Dutch for a lot of things — efficiency, directness, and innovation. Their cuisine, however,...
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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,...
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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...
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Dutch Quirk #93: Hold giant bonfires on the beach for New Year’s Eve

Considering Dutch people’s stereotypical laid-back, carefree attitude, it’s not very often that you’ll see them act a...
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Dutch Quirk #92: Be weird pyromaniacs about fireworks

Ah yes, December — a month of cold weather, fun, family holidays, and fire hazards? Seems a...
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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...
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