Where to Live

Are you moving to the Netherlands but not sure where to live? Whether you're looking for a city center apartment in Amsterdam or a rural family home in Friesland, our collection of expert guides can help you decide where to live in the Netherlands.

Is Amsterdam safe?

Is Amsterdam safe?

Is Amsterdam safe to live or visit alone? An expat insider explains how safe Amsterdam is at night and in the red light district, plus areas to avoid and types of crime tourists should watch out for.

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Northern Netherlands

Why move to the northern Netherlands

The northern Netherlands provinces of Friesland, Groningen and Drenthe offer a Dutch experience with a unique flavour and at a gentler pace. The region is growing thanks to recent investment, and there are many opportunities for expats interested in relocating to the Netherlands.

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Netherlands cities

The best cities to move to in the Netherlands

If you’re moving to the Netherlands, there are plenty of cities to choose from. Get to know some of the best places to move to.

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Eindhoven

Where to live in Eindhoven

Eindhoven was dubbed the smartest in the world in recent years but also has loads of cultural, sporting, shopping and housing appeal for expats living in Eindhoven.

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Leiden

Where to live in Leiden

In the heart of the Randstad, Leiden is a picturesque university city that is an intellectual epicenter, offering an ideal setting.

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Utrecht

Where to live in Utrecht

Utrecht is one of the most attractive places to live in the Netherlands, offering big city amenities, a medieval centre and proximity to the Dutch countryside.

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Rotterdam

Where to live in Rotterdam

Rotterdam is a bustling, multicultural port city. Discover which part of the city is right for you with our guide on where to live in Rotterdam.

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The Hague

Where to live in The Hague

Planning on moving to The Hague? Find the right neighborhood to call home in this international city by the sea.

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Haarlem

Where to live in Haarlem

Expats considering where to live in Haarlem have plenty of options in the surrounding neighborhoods of this picturesque medieval city.

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Leeuwarden

Where to live in Leeuwarden

Leeuwarden offers an affordable and comfortable lifestyle in a beautiful old city surrounded by green spaces and waterways.

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Groningen

Where to live in Groningen

Discover historical Groningen, a vibrant university city in the north of the Netherlands that has one of the country’s youngest populations.

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Maastricht

Where to live in Maastricht

Find the best places to live in Maastricht, the capital city in the southern province of Limburg which offers some of the top sites in the Netherlands.

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Amsterdam

Where to live in Amsterdam

Finding an area to live in Amsterdam doesn’t have to be daunting, with our handy guide to the different districts or boroughs.

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Cities close to Amsterdam

Where to live near Amsterdam

Moving to the Netherlands? Escape the bustle of the capital and relocate somewhere a little quieter with our guide on where to live near Amsterdam.

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Amstelveen

Where to live in Amstelveen

Discover the best places to live in Amstelveen, the leafy, green suburb of Amsterdam located in the province of North Holland.

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