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Snow in the Netherlands
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Fryslân, Netherlands
Fryslân, Netherlands

Snow front brings Dutch fun - and frustration!

Published on : 3 February 2012 - 5:38pm | By Enrique López (Photo: ANP)
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On the face of it, a bit of snowfall in the Netherlands is nothing unusual. But somehow, the cold white crystals bring out the child in every Dutch person. Despite the travel disruptions - and there were many - we fall under the spell of the frosty scene. We couldn't resist sharing this wintry look at our little world.

  • Everything goes under the blanket - fast<br>&copy; Erwinvanderzande - http://www.flickr.com/photos/erwinvanderzande/6811424723
  • The city of Groningen looks even nicer with a little snow<br>&copy; Antoon - http://www.flickr.com/photos/antoon/6810790695
  • Tourists on a Canal Trip boat in Amsterdam<br>&copy; ANP - http://www.anp-photo.com/
  • Braving a blizzard in Franeker, Fryslân<br>&copy; ANP - http://www.anp-photo.com/
  • Snowstorm games in Franeker, Fryslân<br>&copy; ANP - http://www.anp-photo.com/
  • Sprinkling salt to melt the snow outside the shop<br>&copy; ANP - http://www.anp-photo.com/
  • Trying to clear the view on the A28 motorway near Zeist<br>&copy; ANP - http://www.anp-photo.com/

(rk/ae)

Discussion

Anonymous 3 February 2012 - 8:28pm

It ain't a fit night(or day) out for man or beast.

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