π³π± Ultimate Tulip Season Guide | Netherlands Spring Fantasy
"You must see Dutch spring once in your life!" π· Windmills, canals, and endless rainbow fields await. πΈ Best Blooming Period π Peak Season: Mid-April (2025 forecast: March 23 - May 14) β οΈ Avoid early May β some fields begin harvesting. π Must-Visit Spots 1οΈβ£ Keukenhof Gardens 7 million tulips across 800+ varieties π 2025 Hours: 8:00-19:30 (March 23-May 14) Tickets: β¬19 (adults), β¬9 (ages 4-17). Combo tickets (e.g., β¬24 from Leiden) include transport. 2οΈβ£ Lisse Flower Fields Cycle through unlimited tulip oceans! π΄βοΈ Recommended route: Leiden β Lisse β Coastal dunes (50km). 3οΈβ£ Amsterdam Tulip Festival 85+ free floral displays citywide. Buy bulbs at Singel Flower Market! 4οΈβ£ Bloemencorso Parade (Late April) Giant floral floats travel 42km β pure magic! π Transport Hacks Direct buses (854/858) from Amsterdam Centraal/Schiphol (30 mins). Bike rentals at train stations (β¬10/day). Storage: β¬5/bag at park entrances. πΈ Photo Secrets Top spots: Keukenhof windmill, field edges (never step inside!), canal bridges. Outfits: Pastels + wide-brim hats π. Golden hour = best light! π Trip Prep Visa: Apply for Schengen *10-15 days early*. Stay: Amsterdam/Leiden for easy access. Weather: Layers + windproof jacket! π‘ Sample Itinerary Day 1: Amsterdam (Tulip Museum + canal cruise) β Flower Market Day 2: Keukenhof + countryside cycling Day 3: Giethoorn (boat tour) or Zaandam (LEGO town) #TulipSeason #NetherlandsTravel #SpringInEurope #Keukenhof #FlowerPower #TravelGuide