Every year, on the second weekend of September, thousands of beautiful monuments throughout the Netherlands are freely accessible to everyone. The 40th edition of the VriendenLoterij Open Monument Day is on September 12 and 13, 2026, and has the theme 'Resilient heritage,...
In 2026, it will be exactly 100 years since the fortress of Naarden was relieved of its military function. A fortress of extraordinary importance. Naarden is perhaps the most beautiful fortified city in the Netherlands. It was a close call whether that...
On March 30, 2026, PostNL will issue the Hollandse Waterlinies stamp sheet, featuring photos and maps of 19th- and early 20th-century defensive works in the Netherlands. The Hollandse Waterlinies is the collective name for the Nieuwe Hollandse Waterlinie and the Stelling van Amsterdam. By...
The 2026 UCI Cyclo-cross World Championships is a three-day event from January 30 to February 1, 2026. The world title will be contested in seven categories. The Team Relay is on the program for the first day of competition, a still young...
This year, Naarden the Art Fair (from January 22 to 25, 2026) embraces the color that has inspired artists for centuries: BLUE. Like a thread running through art history, blue returns time and again – versatile, recognizable, mysterious. From...
During the Easter weekend, forts, bunkers, fortifications, air raid shelters, and defensive lines open their doors to the public during the 'Weekend of Defence Heritage'. This event not only offers a unique opportunity to explore our military past but also invites you to...
For centuries, forts, bunkers, fortifications, and lines ensured the defense of our country. Together, they form the defense heritage of the Netherlands. On April 20 and 21, 2024, hundreds of fascinating structures will be opened to the public. A brand-new event! From Den Helder to Maastricht...
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