Netherlands
Nederland
Most Dutch speak excellent English. Bikes rule — and you'll want maps optimized for cycling.
🚖Rideshare & Taxi
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The most widely available rideshare service globally. Works in 70+ countries.
Works in Amsterdam, Rotterdam, The Hague.
💳Payments & Wallets
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Multi-currency wallet with great FX rates. Useful in Europe, UK, US.
Multi-currency, common locally.
🗺️Navigation & Maps
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Works almost everywhere except mainland China. Offline maps are critical when roaming.
Excellent cycling and transit routes.
🍱Food Delivery
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Wide coverage in US, UK, Japan, Australia, parts of Europe and LATAM.
Food delivery in the big cities; Thuisbezorgd is the larger Dutch app.
Is Netherlands one stop of several?
Add your other destinations and get one combined app list, with the adapters and currencies for the whole trip.
The practical basics
Power & plugs
- Plug type
- C / F
- Voltage
- 230V
- Frequency
- 50Hz
- Type C: Two round pins. Used across most of Europe, South America, parts of Asia and Africa.
- Type F: Two round pins + grounding clips on top and bottom (Schuko). Standard across most of Europe.
Same as Germany.
Tipping
Tipping is modest and not obligatory, as service is included in the bill. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% in restaurants for good service is appreciated.
CurrencyEUR
Dutch you'll actually use
Etiquette and scams to know
✓ Do
- The Dutch value directness and honesty; blunt opinions are normal and not meant to offend
- Be punctual for appointments and social meetings, as lateness is seen as rude
- Always watch for and yield to cyclists; never walk or stand in red-painted bike lanes
- Split the bill ('going Dutch') is common and expected among friends
- Greet with a firm handshake, or three alternating cheek kisses among friends and family
- Keep your tone calm and avoid loud or boastful behavior in public
✕Don't
- Don't assume cannabis is legal everywhere; it is tolerated only in licensed coffeeshops, and public use elsewhere can draw fines
- Don't photograph people in the Red Light District; it is prohibited and can provoke confrontation
- Don't refer to the whole country as 'Holland', which is just two provinces
- Don't be overly flattering or use excessive small talk, as it can seem insincere
⚠️ Common scams to know
- Fake charity petitioners with clipboards who distract you while an accomplice picks your pocket, common around Amsterdam's Dam Square
- Bike rental shops charging excessive damage or repair fees for pre-existing wear
- ATM skimming and 'helpful' strangers near cash machines in tourist areas
- Overpriced 'coffeeshop' tourist traps and street dealers selling fake or adulterated product
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