The Hague guide
The Hague (Den Haag, 's-Gravenhage) is located in the southwestern part of the Netherlands, on the coast of the North Sea. It is only a short distance from Rotterdam. It is the third largest city in the Netherlands, it is also known as the city where many international institutions are located, for example the International Court of Justice, the Permanent Court of Arbitration, the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia or Europol. In addition to international institutions, it is also home to the Dutch government and the Dutch royal family. But The Hague is not only about politics, it is also known as an important center of relaxation and summer sports - the seaside resort of Scheveningen, which offers a wide strip of sandy beaches, is part of The Hague. Art lovers will certainly remember Vincent van Gogh's amazing paintings depicting the area.
Accommodation in The Hague
In The Hague, we offer a relatively wide range of accommodation from apartments to hotels, cheap hostels or guest houses. Cheap accommodation in The Hague is mainly represented by hostels. Among the cheapest are, for example, Will & Tate City Stay or Stayokay Hostel Den Haag. If you prefer accommodation in hotels, we can recommend all categories from two-star to five-star hotels. Low prices are offered, for example, by easyHotel Den Haag, The Social Hub The Hague. Luxury hotels in The Hague include, for example, Hotel Des Indes The Hague.
History of The Hague
The history of The Hague dates back to the 13th century, when William II. The Dutch purchased the land and decided to build his residence, the Binnenhof. Over the centuries, the castle was expanded and its importance grew. From the 15th century to the present day, the Binnenhof and with it the Hague belong to the political center of the Netherlands.
Transport to The Hague
If you plan to fly, you will land at Rotterdam The Hague Airport. You can then get to the city very comfortably from the airport - trains leave approximately 4 times an hour. You can also fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, which is one of the busiest airports in the world. You can then easily get around the city using local buses or trams. The city center is best walked. Another option is bicycles, which are very popular throughout Holland.
Sights, attractions and activities in The Hague
Right in the center of the city is the Plein square, where most visitors to The Hague head. Right next to it is the famous historical complex of government buildings - Binnenhof. We can also find here the famous Mauritshuis picture gallery, Koninklijk Kabinet van Schilderijen, which houses the works of famous painters, such as Rembrandt, Steen, Vermeer and Andy Warhol. Another interesting tip for a trip can be the miniature town of Madurodam. If you like museums, the Bredius Museum, Escher in Het Paleis or the original prison Museum de Gevangenpoort, which for example also has an exhibition of medieval torture instruments, are worth mentioning. Since Binnenhof Castle was originally founded as a hunting lodge surrounded by greenery, even now we can find a lot of green areas, parks and gardens in The Hague, Lange Voorhout, Park Clingendael, Haagse Bos or Westbroekpark are worth mentioning. Parents with children could be interested in the Duinrell amusement park. The Hague also has a seaside area and beaches in the Scheveningen and Kijkduin (more quiet) areas where you can swim, sunbathe or engage in one of the many water sports. The area is also ideal for romantic walks and is home to the longest pier in Holland - Scheveningen Pier.
Sport in The Hague
The Hague is the headquarters of the football club ADO Den Haag. Cricket is also represented here, which is one of the most popular sports in The Hague. Other very popular sports include, for example, American football, ice hockey and rugby. I March, the city is flooded with marathon runners, as the CPC Loop Den Haag half marathon takes place here.
Famous personalities of The Hague
Famous personalities connected with the city include many famous members of royal families, for example the first wife of King Wenceslas IV. Johanna of Bavaria, then Sophie of Hanover, William III. Orange and his wife Marie II. House of Stuart, William I of the Netherlands or William II. Dutch. Also many artists and physicists, for example Jan van Goyen, Christiaan Huygens, Baruch Spinoza, Rachel Ruysch, Daniel Gabriel Fahrenheit, Gerard Philips, Simon van der Meer or Remco Wouter Campert. The Hague is also the birthplace of the famous football player and coach - Dirk Nicolaas "Dick" Advocaat.
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