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The Netherlands in September just hits differently.The summer crowds start to thin out, the countryside is still looking...
12/09/2026

The Netherlands in September just hits differently.

The summer crowds start to thin out, the countryside is still looking beautiful and there’s something about those early autumn days that makes you want to get on a bike and keep going.

And the best part? You don’t have to go far from Amsterdam to find it.

Book a countryside e-bike tour with Those Amsterdames and spend a few hours exploring Waterland beyond the city.

11/09/2026

Just 20 minutes outside Amsterdam and suddenly you’re in the middle of Waterland.

The city disappears, the landscape opens up, and you’re surrounded by Dutch countryside, waterways and wide-open fields.

It feels like you’ve travelled much further than you actually have.

Want to see this side of the Netherlands for yourself? Book a countryside e-bike tour with Those Amsterdames and get out of the city for a few hours.

10/09/2026

The Netherlands’ first skatepark. In 1978. And honestly, this footage is brilliant.

This was the skatepark at Flevohof, where a 100-metre by 40-metre skating area was built as skateboarding was becoming increasingly popular in the Netherlands. Look at those boards, the outfits and the confidence. Nearly 50 years later, it’s such a cool little snapshot of Dutch life.

We could watch this all day.

Planning a trip to Amsterdam? Book a countryside e-bike tour with Those Amsterdames and see what the Netherlands looks like beyond the city.

Footage: Polygoon-Profilti (producer) / Netherlands Institute for Sound and Vision (curator)

Think you know the Netherlands? There’s a good chance at least one of these will surprise you.From a country where much ...
09/09/2026

Think you know the Netherlands? There’s a good chance at least one of these will surprise you.

From a country where much of the land sits below sea level, to a national anthem that dates back to 1572, the Netherlands has some genuinely fascinating quirks. And then there’s the Dutch love of liquorice. Let’s just say they take their salty sweets VERY seriously.

Swipe through five fun facts about the Netherlands and let us know which one surprised you most.

Planning a trip to Amsterdam? Don’t spend the whole time in the city. Book a countryside e-bike tour with Those Amsterdames and discover the Dutch landscape just beyond Amsterdam.

08/09/2026

Part 7 of our series answering the most commonly asked questions about visiting Amsterdam: When is the best time to visit?

This is a tricky one because Amsterdam really does have something going for it in every season.

Spring is beautiful, especially if seeing the tulips is high on your list. Summer gives you the longest days and plenty of opportunities to sit outside, explore the canals and get on a bike. Autumn can be gorgeous, with colourful trees and a slightly calmer feel. Winter is generally quieter and can be a better option if you're looking for a cheaper trip.

But if you want our personal pick, late April through May is hard to beat. The city is coming alive, the countryside is looking gorgeous, and you can hopefully get some good cycling weather too.

So don't worry too much about finding the one magical week to visit. Pick the season that suits what you actually want to do.

And if cycling through the Dutch countryside is on your Amsterdam wishlist, book a countryside e-bike tour with Those Amsterdames and come explore beyond the city.

07/09/2026

This is one of those things everyone seems to think they know about the Netherlands. But it’s actually a little more complicated.

🌿 is not fully legal in the Netherlands. Possessing, producing and selling drugs is technically against the law.

What the Netherlands has is a policy of tolerance. Coffee shops can sell small quantities of 🌿 under strict conditions, and for adults, possession of up to 5 grams for personal use is generally tolerated rather than prosecuted. Growing 🌿 is still illegal, and there are restrictions around who can buy it and where it can be used.

So yes, you can walk into a coffee shop in Amsterdam and buy 🌿. No, that doesn't mean 🌿 is simply “legal” in the Netherlands.

Visiting Amsterdam and want to understand more about how things actually work here? Follow Those Amsterdames for more Amsterdam travel tips, and book a countryside e-bike tour to see what lies beyond the city.

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05/09/2026

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Want to see a side of the Netherlands that most people miss? Join Those Amsterdames on a countryside e-bike tour.

03/09/2026

Throwback to a boat trip through Leiden in 1922.

A lot can change in 100 years. Watching this footage, there are moments where you can recognise Leiden, but plenty of it feels like looking at a completely different city.

The boats, the streets, the people and the way the canals were used. It’s a fascinating glimpse of everyday life in the Netherlands a century ago.

If you're visiting Amsterdam and fancy seeing more of the Netherlands, there’s plenty waiting beyond the city.

Book a countryside e-bike tour with Those Amsterdames and come explore another side of the Netherlands with us.

Footage: Polygoon-Profilti (producer) / Netherlands Institute for Sound and Vision (curator)

Looking for free things to do in Amsterdam?Amsterdam can be an expensive city to visit, but you don’t have to spend your...
02/09/2026

Looking for free things to do in Amsterdam?

Amsterdam can be an expensive city to visit, but you don’t have to spend your entire travel budget on museums, attractions and overpriced tourist activities.

This carousel has five free things to do in Amsterdam that are worth adding to your itinerary.

Sometimes the best way to experience Amsterdam is simply to get out and explore.

Save this for your trip, and if you want to see what lies beyond the city centre, book a countryside e-bike tour with Those Amsterdames and discover the Dutch countryside just outside Amsterdam.

01/09/2026

Ever cycled past a hotel that looks like this?

This is the Inntel Hotel in Zaandam, and yes, it really does look like someone stacked a whole load of Dutch houses on top of each other.

It’s one of those wonderfully weird bits of architecture that’s well worth the cycle out from Amsterdam. You can get there by bike, have a wander around Zaandam and stop for a look at this very Dutch bit of madness.

Because sometimes the best things to see around Amsterdam aren’t the famous attractions. They’re the things you stumble across along the way.

Want to explore beyond Amsterdam by bike? Book a countryside e-bike tour with Those Amsterdames.

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