Celebrating King's Day: Where should you be or what can you do?
King's Day, known for its lively street parties and the abundance of orange, can be celebrated in a unique and adventurous way: camping on the waterfront with a sloop! This year you can escape the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy the tranquility of nature, while still celebrating the festivities. Discover how you can experience an unforgettable King's Day by camping or spending your day at the waterfront.
1. Combine a beautiful location with King's Day
There are plenty of beautiful places to visit in the Netherlands where you can party for a day and then enjoy nature. If you want to explore the Netherlands and you also like to party, this is an ideal time. There are plenty of campsites in the Netherlands where things can go wild. For example, consider a visit to Texel where they campsite Crimea definitely going to unpack this weekend!
2. Decorate your sloop and camping pitch in orange
Would you rather sit on the water? Then go to a beautiful water area and decorate your sloop with orange flags, streamers and even some inflatable crowns to keep up the King's Day spirit. Together with your fellow water person, the orange magic comes to life. Where to go? Take a look at the Loosdrechtse Plassen where many campsites and harbors are hidden. The orange legion is impossible to miss. See for example shipping company Loosdrecht for a fun event on the water.
Don't have a sloop yet this year? Then take a look at our partner website sloepen.nl and who knows, you might see a beautiful sloop that you can launch next year.
3. Royal Activities on the Water
Would you rather go into the city to celebrate King's Day? And there are plenty of cities in the Netherlands, including Amsterdam, where there are countless parties on the water. Book your boat trip quickly before the tickets are gone!
4. Bonus Tip: An Orange Barbecue
Set up a barbecue area with an orange theme: orange tablecloths, plates, and of course a variety of orange snacks like carrots, peppers, and orange tompouces for dessert. Enjoy a feast with fellow campers to celebrate National Day.
5. Safety and Preparation
Make sure you have plenty of safety equipment with you, such as life jackets for everyone on board the boat and a first aid kit on both the boat and the campsite. Also check weather forecasts and local boating regulations to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.
