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Country Name |
Netherlands |
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Continent |
Europe |
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Surface area |
41,528 km² |
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Capital |
Amsterdam |
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Population |
17,282,753 (2019) |
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Language |
Dutch |
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Currency |
Euro (EUR) |
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Time zone |
The same as Italy |
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Area code for Italy |
0039 |
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Area code from Italy |
0031 |
There have been no relevant reports in the past 90 days.
Yellow fever vaccination is not required.
This viral disease is transmitted by the bite of infected ticks. Vaccination is recommended when staying in areas with a higher risk of infection. The risk decreases in the winter months.
Infection typically occurs through contact with the saliva of an infected animal, usually caused by bites, scratches or licks near open wounds or mucous membranes (e.g. mouth, nose, eyes). The most common vectors are dogs and bats, but cases of infection in other domestic animals have also been reported.
Caused by toxins released by the bacterium Clostridium tetani, the risk of tetanus infection is present throughout the country.
Diseases such as Crimean-Congo Haemorrhagic Fever, Leishmaniasis, and West Nile virus are present in Southern Europe. As these diseases are transmitted by insect bites and there are no vaccines, it is important to adopt careful behavioural and preventive measures.
The following vaccinations are strongly recommended as these diseases can be contracted anywhere in the world. Experts advise that you protect yourself and other travellers by making sure you are up-to-date with all of the recommended vaccinations. This will allow you to travel safely, while minimising the risk of exposure to infection.
The Netherlands extend over the farthest point of a plateau on the north and west confines of the country, where the Rhine, Meuse and Scheldt rivers meet the North Sea. It borders Belgium to the south and Germany to the east.
The climate is influenced by the relentless, strong winds and humidity that comes off the sea. Although the area is not separated from the rest of the territory by large elevations, the east has a more continental climate. Winters are harsh and foggy, with frequent rains in the summer, while average temperatures never go above 17°C.
The wettest season of the year is autumn, when extremely heavy showers occur.
