Netherlands
Kingdom of the Netherlands
People: Dutch
The Netherlands is one of the world's flattest countries, about a quarter of which lies below sea level, famous for canals, cycling and tulips. Netherlands is located in Western Europe and has a population of around 18.1 million. Its capital city is Amsterdam, and the most widely spoken official language is Dutch.
By the numbers, Netherlands is the 71st most populous of the 196 countries covered on this site, home to 0.23% of the world's population. By land area it ranks 131st out of 196, with a population density of roughly 432 people per km².
Facts last checked 31 August 2026.
Netherlands — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Kingdom of the Netherlands |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Amsterdam |
| Continent | Europe |
| Region | Western Europe |
| Population | 18,100,436 |
| Area | 41,865 km² |
| Currency | Euro (EUR) € |
| Official Language | Dutch |
| Dialling Code | +31 |
| Internet TLD | .nl |
| Timezone | UTC+01:00 |
| Drives on the | Right side |
| Emergency Number | 112 |
| ISO Code | NL / NLD |
| Borders | Belgium, Germany |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Netherlands
What is the capital and currency of Netherlands?
The capital of Netherlands is Amsterdam and the currency is the Euro (EUR), symbol €.
What is the capital of Netherlands?
The capital of Netherlands is Amsterdam.
What currency does Netherlands use?
Netherlands uses the Euro (EUR, symbol: €).
What language do they speak in Netherlands?
The official language of Netherlands is Dutch.
What is the dialling code for Netherlands?
The international dialling code for Netherlands is +31.
What side of the road does Netherlands drive on?
Netherlands drives on the right-hand side of the road.
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