Whether this is your first Christmas in the Netherlands or you just want to start celebrating the festive season the Dutch way, there are a few things you can do to make Yuletide a jolly good time. From to , let’s unwrap the Dutch Christmas traditions that you can enjoy with your family and friends this holiday season. The festive season in officially begins on December 5 with , often referred to as the Dutch Christmas.
This holiday is more dedicated to gift-giving and is celebrated differently from Christmas on December 25. Only after Sinterklaas do a lot of people in the Netherlands decorate for Christmas and put up their Christmas trees. Some of the main things that make Christmas in the Netherlands special are the , the two days of Christmas, and the emphasis on spending quality time with .
Ready to embrace Yuletide like the Dutch? Grab a handful of tasty , a pen and a piece of paper, and take note of the Dutch Christmas traditions you should include in your holiday celebrations. Ever wished that Christmas could last a little longer? Well, the Netherlands celebrates the holiday an extra day. There is First Christmas Day ( ) on December 25 and Second Christmas Day ( ) on December 26 - both are .
Both these days are focused on spending time with family and friends, exchanging gifts and eating heartwarming Dutch Christmas food. It’s also a handy tradition if you have a lot of family to visit over Christmas - you can spend one day with one side of the family and the secon.
