Reiseführer Holland - Die Westküste

Holland's west coast delights young and old with its extensive beaches, fine sand, constant surf and beautiful dunes. Charming seaside resorts and the coastal cities of Alkmaar, Haarlem and Delft as well as trips to Amsterdam, Rotterdam and The Hague offer plenty of culture, good restaurants, nightlife and numerous shopping opportunities. And with the wide range of sports on offer, active holidaymakers will also find something to suit them.In this travel guide, the authors take readers to endless beaches and the various seaside resorts on Holland's west coast. They guide you through Alkmaar's old town centre with its richly decorated gabled houses and invite you to take a canal cruise in Middelburg. They recommend Holland's most famous delicacy, fresh matjes, and take you back to the everyday life of times gone by with blacksmithing, clog carving and net knitting in the Zuiderzee Museum in Enkhuizen. The metropolises of Amsterdam, Rotterdam and The Hague are also presented as day trips. Each chapter begins with a double-page spread, on which the contents are presented with an overview map of the region, highlights and page references. Of course, the travel guide contains tried and tested practical tips on travelling from A-Z. The extended introduction contains overview pages with a yearly overview of festivals and events, route suggestions and the authors' personal top tips. Lots of special information, for example on travelling and the wide range of activities on offer, are helpful planning aids. A small Dutch language guide helps you to get in touch with the locals.