{"id":1372,"date":"2021-05-06T14:34:12","date_gmt":"2021-05-06T14:34:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lbuxvbdssp-staging.wpdns.site\/?p=1372"},"modified":"2024-06-18T15:10:39","modified_gmt":"2024-06-18T15:10:39","slug":"get-ready-for-amsterdam-tulips-all-you-need-to-know-about-the-tulip-season-in-holland","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pureboats.com\/nl\/get-ready-for-amsterdam-tulips-all-you-need-to-know-about-the-tulip-season-in-holland\/","title":{"rendered":"Top Tips for Enjoying Amsterdam Tulips"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. When is the best time to see the Amsterdam Tulips?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are wondering when to visit Amsterdam without missing all those beautiful and colorful tulip fields, you should know that there is such a thing as tulip season. No, unfortunately the country is not covered in flowers all year long and that is why this time is so special. <strong>The tulip season runs during spring from the end of March until the middle of May, with its peak of blooming flowers halfway through April.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fun fact: the National Tulip Day marks the beginning of the tulip season. It happens not at the end of March but at the end of January! Every year on this day, Dam square transforms into a big tulip garden where anyone can pick up tulips and make their own bouquet for free!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Where to see Amsterdam tulips in spring time?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now that you know when to visit, let us tell you <em>where<\/em> you can go! In general you have four choices to see the Amsterdam tulips and the tulip fields in Holland.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Amsterdam<\/strong>: during the Tulip Festival (see n\u00ba4), many places will be embellished with tulips around Amsterdam. For vibrant colours visit the Bloemenmarkt and the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/amsterdamtulipmuseum.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Amsterdam Tulip Museum<\/a>, one of our local partners that is open (even when the spring is over).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The <strong>tulip fields<\/strong> near Amsterdam (aka the Flower strip or Bollenstreek, in North Holland).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tulip farms<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/keukenhof.nl\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Keukenhof Gardens<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery aligncenter has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"1403\" src=\"https:\/\/pureboats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/agustin-diaz-gargiulo-gZBItQbSQds-unsplash-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"tulip season Holland\" class=\"wp-image-1403\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pureboats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/agustin-diaz-gargiulo-gZBItQbSQds-unsplash-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/pureboats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/agustin-diaz-gargiulo-gZBItQbSQds-unsplash-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/pureboats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/agustin-diaz-gargiulo-gZBItQbSQds-unsplash-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/pureboats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/agustin-diaz-gargiulo-gZBItQbSQds-unsplash-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"763\" data-id=\"1401\" src=\"https:\/\/pureboats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/tulips-1-1.png\" alt=\"Amsterdam tulips\" class=\"wp-image-1401\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pureboats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/tulips-1-1.png 1024w, https:\/\/pureboats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/tulips-1-1-300x224.png 300w, https:\/\/pureboats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/tulips-1-1-768x572.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. How to best see the Amsterdam Tulips and the Tulip Fields?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">First a little notice; did you know the flower fields are privately owned and you can\u2019t just walk amongst the seas of tulips (although Instagram might tell you different?).<br>To respectfully enjoy the tulip fields, here are some great options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In the Bollenstreek region, <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.famflowerfarm.nl\/\" target=\"_blank\">Fam Flower Farm<\/a> will welcome you to their <strong>farms<\/strong> where you will be able to see the tulip fields from up close. They offer great tours in other flower fields such as daffodils and dahlias as well.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For a typical Dutch experience, why not hop on a bike! As you may know, the Netherlands has an A+ bicycle infrastructure and this means it is possible to bike from Amsterdam to the Bollenstreek. But be aware, this is a 35km ride one way. You can also book a <strong>bike tour<\/strong> with <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/tulipbicycletour.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Tulip Bicycle Tour<\/a> who will expertly guide you through the most beautiful scenic spots.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>And if you are after a super special and exclusive experience, <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/helivliegen.nl\/\" target=\"_blank\">Helivliegen<\/a> will welcome you aboard one of their helicopters to admire the fields from a bird&#8217;s perspective. Fly away and enjoy a tour that you will never forget!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bring an amazing souvenir back home thanks to the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/fashionphotolab.com\/photoshoots\/flower-fields\/?fbclid=IwAR1wePCtR1OyrAeWnj-wyLQ1m5tfFNinUglQEhAdPRvS1LGAJtyf69UTTFo\" target=\"_blank\">Fashion Photo Lab<\/a>. Their professional photographers will arrange transportation and choose the best locations for your own personal photoshoot.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/tomstraveltours.com\/tulip-tours\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/tomstraveltours.com\/tulip-tours\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Toms Travel Tours<\/a> organizes tulip tours in the Bollenstreek but also in other places near Amsterdam where there are more beautiful tulip fields and perhaps less tourists. You can customize your tour depending on your wishes because they offer a variety of options and activities (even when the tulip season is over). On their website you will find more information and perhaps other tours that you might like!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you are not looking for a guided tour, explore the tulip fields yourself on the trails and areas that are assigned. Just grab a map and fully charge your phone because the trail spreads to almost 40km. We recommend to follow<strong> the <\/strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/tulipfestivalamsterdam.com\/check-flower-map-see-blooming-flower-fields-around-keukenhof-gardens\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Flower route<\/strong><\/a><strong> which will guide you through the tulip fields, monuments, windmills, the Keukenhof Gardens and much more<\/strong>! Bring your own bike or rent one in the villages surrounding the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pureboats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Photo-by-Tom-van-der-Leij-Tulip-Tours-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Bollenvelden Holland\" class=\"wp-image-1382\" width=\"463\" height=\"347\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pureboats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Photo-by-Tom-van-der-Leij-Tulip-Tours-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/pureboats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Photo-by-Tom-van-der-Leij-Tulip-Tours-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/pureboats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Photo-by-Tom-van-der-Leij-Tulip-Tours-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/pureboats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Photo-by-Tom-van-der-Leij-Tulip-Tours-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/pureboats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Photo-by-Tom-van-der-Leij-Tulip-Tours.jpg 1575w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 463px) 100vw, 463px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">DCIM\\100MEDIA\\DJI_0730.JPG<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. What is the Tulip Festival ?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Remember we told you that Amsterdam will blossom into a colorful city during the spring season? It is also thanks to the <a href=\"https:\/\/tulipfestivalamsterdam.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tulip Festival<\/a>! During the month of April, many locations in the city will be decorated with hundreds of tulips in as many colors as you can imagine. Some events are also organized such as the <strong>Dutch Flower Parade<\/strong>. This is where astonishing flower sculptures are exhibited along the streets of Noordwijk, Lisse and Haarlem (unfortunately, the 2021 edition was cancelled due to corona).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fun fact: This joyful period represents a tradition and marks the beginning of the spring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Why do the Dutch grow tulips?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left wp-block-paragraph\">We have to point out that in the 16th century, tulips were imported from the Ottoman Empire and used to be luxurious products. This trade flourished, popularized among royalties (Tulip Mania) and turned into an important economic bubble. Since then, the Dutch perfected their techniques and today, they are the biggest flower exporters of the world. To everyone\u2019s surprise, tulips are not a big part of this business. <strong>The precious pearls are the tulip bulbs and not the flowers<\/strong>, Interesting, isn\u2019t it? In fact, after millions of visitors have had the chance to enjoy the tulip fields in April and May, the flower heads are actually cut off in order for the bulbs to multiply underground. This business is also possible thanks to Dutch surroundings that provide a unique mixture of humidity, sea air and acidity in the soil which makes it the perfect growing ground for tulip bulbs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignwide size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/pureboats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/alessandro-segala-XRYA2YwjeRQ-unsplash-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2207\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pureboats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/alessandro-segala-XRYA2YwjeRQ-unsplash-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/pureboats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/alessandro-segala-XRYA2YwjeRQ-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/pureboats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/alessandro-segala-XRYA2YwjeRQ-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Do you picture yourself in front of breathtaking tulip fields already?! Remember, come during the spring, get yourself enough time (and a fully charged camera) to visit the tulip fields and last but not least, seek for tulip spots around the city during the Tulip Festival. We hope to see you around!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Have you ever thought about the fact that flowers are like a holiday: they are amazing but they don\u2019t last forever! Here you will find 5 facts to plan your trip to enjoy the tulip season in Holland and don\u2019t miss out on the beauty of the Amsterdam tulips. Let\u2019s get started!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":2207,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1372","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/pureboats.com\/nl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1372","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/pureboats.com\/nl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/pureboats.com\/nl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pureboats.com\/nl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pureboats.com\/nl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1372"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/pureboats.com\/nl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1372\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pureboats.com\/nl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2207"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/pureboats.com\/nl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1372"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pureboats.com\/nl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1372"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pureboats.com\/nl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1372"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}