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Where to live in the Netherlands

Expat Guide

Where to Live in the Netherlands

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.

Northern Netherlands 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,...
Live in Amsterdam Live in 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.
Maastricht 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.
The Hague The Hague

Where to live in The Hague

 Den Haag is the third most populated Dutch city, and has a lively expat population due to a hoard of international organisations, schools and embassies.
Rotterdam 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.
Leiden Leiden

Where to live in Leiden

 Set in the heart of the Randstad, Leiden is a picturesque college town that in many ways is the cultural and intellectual epicentre of the region.
Amstelveen Amstelveen

Where to live in Amstelveen

 Amstelveen is a leafy, prosperous, family-oriented suburb close to Amsterdam, which has a growing population of international residents.
Delft Delft

Where to live in Delft

 Wedged between The Hague and Rotterdam, Delft is a beautiful historical town that attracts those seeking a quieter lifestyle with good city connections.
Eindhoven 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.
Utrecht 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.
Haarlem 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.
Leeuwarden Leeuwarden

Where to live in Leeuwarden

 Leeuwarden offers an affordable and comfortable lifestyle in a beautiful old city surrounded by green spaces and waterways.
Cities close to Amsterdam 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.
Groningen 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.
Dutch barge Dutch barge

Living on a Dutch barge

 If you’re searching for a new home, why not consider living on a boat? Roberta Cowan talks with ‘live-aboard converts’ about the advantages and disadvantages of life on the Dutch...
Is Amsterdam safe? 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...
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