Dutch residents took nearly 22 million summer holidays in 2025 [1].
The data provides a comprehensive look at the travel habits of the Netherlands' population during the peak vacation season. These figures highlight the ongoing preference for European destinations and the strength of domestic tourism within the country.
According to research by the Dutch statistics office CBS, three-quarters of the country took a summer holiday in 2025 [2]. The statistics office defines the summer holiday period as the window between April and October [2].
France emerged as the most popular foreign destination for travelers from the Netherlands [3]. While international travel remains high, domestic tourism also showed significant activity. Gelderland led as the most popular destination for those choosing to vacation within the country [3].
Statistics Netherlands (CBS) said, "Dutch residents took nearly 22 million summer holidays in 2025" [1]. The agency said, "France was the most popular foreign destination, while Gelderland led domestic travel" [3].
The volume of travel reflects a robust recovery and sustained demand for seasonal getaways. With nearly 22 million trips recorded [1], the data underscores the economic importance of the tourism sector for both the Dutch domestic market and neighboring European nations.
“Dutch residents took nearly 22 million summer holidays in 2025”
The high volume of travel and the preference for France and Gelderland indicate a stable pattern in Dutch tourism. The fact that 75% of the population traveled suggests that summer vacations remain a deeply embedded cultural and economic priority for the Dutch middle class, despite potential fluctuations in global economic conditions.
