From deeply historic cities such as Haarlem, Leiden and Delft and the vibrant city of Rotterdam to the cosmopolitan wonders of Amsterdam and The Hague, Lonely Planet’s "Netherlands" is an indispensable guide, allowing you to experience all that the Netherlands has to offer. At the great museums of Den Haag you can see the masterpieces of Rembrandt and his contemporaries. Near Arnhem you can see one of the world’s finest collections of Van Gogh at a museum in the middle of a delightful national park. Amsterdam’s phenomenal and diverse nightlife is world-famous, but the Dutch countryside is another treat! The Dutch practically live on bicycles, so bike trails abound and Lonely Planet has mapped out the best of the best in "Netherlands". Happy trails!

　　? 45 maps including eight color Amsterdam city maps? accommodation options from trekkershutten to five-star hotels? the background on windmills – how they work, where to find them ? all the entertainment choices, from coffee shops and brown cafes to opera and classical music? the lowdown on where to see Dutch art from Rembrandt to Mondriaan ? special cycling section

　　The crackling energy of Rotterdam's nightlife, Friesland's golden sands and shimmering lakes, Amsterdam's museums and art galleries - the Netherlands is more than canals, clogs and coffeeshops! This inspiring guide takes you beyond the tourist honeypots to uncover the real Netherlands.

　　●PEDAL POWER - our special section on cycling tells you all you need to know about biking the byways

　　●BE INSPIRED - full-colour highlights and preplanning sections give you the lowdown on this Low Country before you leave home

　　●KNOW YOUR WAY - packed with user-friendly maps

　　●STAY IN STYLE - bustling hostels or boutique hotels, canalside or countryside: whatever your taste, we've got it covered

　　●FIND THE FUN - from cool cafés to fabulous festivals, our experts bring you the best reviews