Holiday in The Hague

What makes The Hague special as a destination?

The Hague is the royal residence city of the Netherlands and a fascinating mix of power, art, and sea air. Here resides King Willem-Alexander, here the parliament meets in the historic Binnenhof, and here the International Court of Justice adjudicates on the nations of the world. But The Hague is much more than politics and diplomacy – the city surprises with one of the best art collections in Europe, a vibrant city center, and a real seaside resort right at its doorstep. The Mauritshuis, an elegant city palace from the 17th century, houses Vermeer’s world-famous "Girl with a Pearl Earring" and Rembrandt’s "The Anatomy of Dr. Tulp." Just a few minutes' walk away is the enormous Gemeentemuseum (now Kunstmuseum Den Haag), which has the largest collection of Mondrian's works in the world. For history enthusiasts, the Binnenhof with its Gothic Hall of Knights offers one of the oldest still-used parliamentary seats in the world. What’s special about The Hague is Scheveningen – a full-fledged seaside resort with a wide sandy beach, historic Kurhaus, and lively promenade, which is officially a district. In summer, the boulevard transforms into a Mediterranean promenade with beach clubs, fish stalls, and surfers. For German tourists, The Hague is easily accessible: with the ICE from Cologne in just under three hours, even faster from Düsseldorf or the Ruhr area. The city can be perfectly combined with Amsterdam, Rotterdam, and Delft for a Holland city trip, with The Hague often being the highlight due to its mix of culture, beach, and royal flair.