Club preparation file

Preparing for Volendam

The Netherlands is a small, dense country: distances between cities are short, card payment is everywhere, and the bicycle sits at the centre of daily transport. What follows applies across the whole country.

Last updated: 2026-08

Money and cards

All of Netherlands

The currency is the euro. Card payment is the norm and many places take no cash at all. A small amount of cash is all you need.

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Everyday etiquette

All of Netherlands

Tipping is not obligatory; rounding the bill up is considered enough. In cafés you take a seat and wait to be served rather than ordering at the counter.

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Practical notes

All of Netherlands

Tap water is drinkable. Sockets are the same type as in Türkiye, so no adapter is needed. Pharmacies are signed "apotheek".

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In an emergency

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Emergency call: 112One number for police, ambulance and fire. It is the same across Europe, so there is nothing to look up on arrival. English is spoken.
Non-emergency police: 0900 8844For reporting theft and lost property.
Out-of-hours doctor: Hotel reception or 112 will direct youIn the Netherlands you are routed to a GP line first rather than going straight to a hospital.
Lost passport: Your country's missionReport the loss to the police first, then apply to your mission. On a group tour, tell your tour leader immediately.

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Phrases worth knowing

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