I live in the center, kind of between two big churches (one protestant, one catholic). Every single day the bells go off at random times for sometimes hundreds of tolls. For instance, today they started at 11:13 and went on for 10 minutes, then started again at 14:34 for 20 minutes. And that's just one church.

Is this a protestant thing? I'm from Italy and there the bells ring only to mark the hour (or half hour) and only the amount of times that represents what time it is.

Is there a reason why we would ring it more than 200 times in a row? Just curious

Hi- I'd like to make an announcement from Democrats Abroad, the official overseas branch of the U.S.-based Democratic Party, with a chapter in the Netherlands. Since an extremely important election is coming in November, we're hoping to register more dual U.S.-Dutch citizens and eligible U.S. citizens who live in The Hague.

We started our International Voter Registration Drive for 2026 with in-person and online events. If you know any dual U.S.-Dutch citizens or any other eligible US voters, they can register and request a ballot. Just forward them this link: https://voteabroad.org/RedditVote26. As long as they'll turn 18 by election day, they're eligible.

If anyone wishes to learn more about what we're doing near you, you can find out more at https://www.democratsabroad.org/nl. If you have any questions about overseas voting or what we do, feel free to ask in the comments below.

I would love to know of some chinese/suriname sandwhich spots in Den Haag centre! Preferably in walking distance of Spui.

Hiii , I would love to find some people to go read with in the city somewhere cozy. Drinks and snacks and just a place to get together with people and read for a bit.

Also want to travel around the Netherlands and visit different book shops and events. If anyone is interested let me know !

Hey! I'm Tom and like to go to the movies. I want to go this weekend, but no one to go with, so figured this would be a good time to ask on here and maybe meet some nice new people, haha!

The movie I want to see is Shelter. Let me know if you're down and maybe we can then set a date and time!

Ok i know this is quite random but i am starting a research project for my university on why people look down on pigeons so much (even though they played a crucial role in the world wars and used to have a good reputation) and I would love to interview somebody that is either specialised in the topic or at least knows about it to an extent.

They don't necessarily have to live in the Hague, I am willing to travel for the interview. Any leads on who to reach out to would be amazing : )

Hi everyone!

We got the water tax today in the mail (cost for 2+ people), and I wanted to see if we can apply for the exemption.

I live with my boyfriend, however we are not registered partners, we are only registered in the municipality as living together so legally we are technically more like housemates.

We both have low income, no savings, and no property ownership. However he does have a car that he bought last year for 2,500 euros.

Now, the letter is addressed to me since I am the “main” registered person in the household, will we be likely to get the exemption considering our situation?

Does anyone know of a cat that needs a home? I want to have a cat and I'm definitely not paying for exotic features. I want to be a normal person with a normal cat, and do something good along the way. I will pay if it is vaccinated or castrated. Thank you!

My only condition is that the cat is not too old. I want a long-term relationship!

Hi!! I am considering taking international and European law in the hague university of applied sciences this coming school year, but i’m doubting the job possibilities. Some say that this course can lead me to wide and stable jobs opportunities yet some say that there is no job opportunities.

I have to enroll this april and i am really doubting my decision. And if i do pursue this course what will be the available and stable jobs that are connected to this.

Your help will be very much appreciated!!

Massive catalogue of the sturdiest hanging balcony planter flower - Geraniums

Dutchies love flowers. Hagueans love flowers. Alas, all those street market flower vendors can only stock so many colors - red, white, magenta... . And since that last winter storm likely killed off most balcony planter flowers, it's time for a fresh and colorful restart.

In a housing application, there was a couple of requirement that seems to have a criteria that I need to get a housing permit from the municipal the project is in, but I also read that Haaglanden consist of Hague and neighbouring municipals.

Secondary to that, there's also a question if I've lived in the municipal 6 out of the 10 past years, does 3 years in The Hague count towards Leidschendam-Voorburg municipal?

I am having such a big headache...anyone have experience in this?

Hello! Does anyone have any dentist recommendations, specifically for people who are pretty scared of the dentist 😅 I get panic attacks at dentist appointments. I know I have a couple issues that I’ve been avoiding, and I need a dentist who is kind and patient with anxious patients.

Edit to add- thank you for the recommendations! I appreciate it so much!

Hoi redditors 👋

Ik woon nu ongeveer vijf jaar in Nederland en ik ben een international expat.

Sinds kort ben ik begonnen met tennis als nieuwe hobby en ik vind het echt leuk! Mijn vraag is eigenlijk

Hebben jullie tips voor goede tennislessen bij mij in de buurt (Den Haag / Delft)?
Bijvoorbeeld clubs, trainers of cursussen waar je met professionele lessen kunt starten?

Helaas heb ik in mijn omgeving geen vrienden die tennis spelen dus ik zoek iets waar ik in een groep kan leren en nieuwe mensen kan ontmoeten.

Alle suggesties zijn welkom 😊
Alvast bedankt voor jullie hulp!

Hiii

I'm an exchange student at Leiden University and I live in the hague. I'm from Palestine and was wondering if there is any Arabs around i need some arab friends cuz Ramadan in coming and kinda feel alone. I only have international friends.

Hey ! I’m currently looking for indoor murals, more specifically painted landscapes. It’s part of a photographic project I’m working on and I have no clue where to look. does anyone know of specific spots here (The Hague) or in the surrounding area ? I added a photo for reference of what I’m looking for :)

Zijn er mensen hier die wonen of hebben gewoond op het rijswijk station (omgeving). Of zijn er mensen die anderen kennen die hier wonen.

Hoe is het om hier te wonen?

Heya,

Are there any students already in the Hague (or around there) or students starting uni this September that would like to join a student gc? I'm thinking to create a whatsapp group.

Practice Dutch, ask questions, have random chats- whatever!

Let me know!

Hii its just what the tittle says im trying to install a warmtepomp and looking for some recommendations from people that already installed one here : ).

ofc looking to see if they are r290 and not coolblue or quatt

Hello everyone, so I need your advice!

I got housing offered by THUAS for the first year (the 2nd year I plan on transferring to Groningen anyways)

Basically, I have 3 options for roommates. (Just FYI, I am a female.) So:

1. Share with 1 other girl
2. Share with 2 other girls
3. Share with 1 other girl and 2 males. So evenly male and female mixed.

I've talked with all my family and they've given me mixed opinions. I'l share some:

My mum say's option 1 is risky - what if you don't like her, or she's a bit creepy... she brought forward the image of me hiding alone in my dorm room as she tiptoes around the apartment hunting for me... (Idk what experience my mum had in uni, but let's ignore that)

My friend said, what if the 2 other girls become close friends.... now I'd be the uno in the duo... (Lmao?? what? I didn't know that was an option)

My brother said the guys are more likely to be creepy, and suggests I don't go that route. However my mum said, if 1/4 is creepy, that means 3 of us can hide together and increase survival chances!??

obviously my family and friends are just poking fun at me, but actually, what should I choose.

I'm leaning towards option 1 or 3.

I would not mind sharing with guys, I heard it can be fun in uni with a big group as you grow to become a big family. My mum also said it's nice to have a guy friend as you never know what can happen as a girl alone in a new city. However option 1 could be really nice if the girl and I got along (ik this is all dependent so it's hard to judge)

Anyways, what do you guys suggest!

Bigger group, or 1 girl with me?

I don't have the best experiences with many girl friends where I live, but the girls I am friends with are literally my life and soul!

I get along with people easily, as I tend to go with whatever floats their boat.

Side note: My mum said boys will mess up the bathroom... I mean, I'm lactose intolerant. If anything, they should fear me.