Scavenger hunt in the Netherlands

Beautiful north

Groningen has a canal that wraps around the entire old town, with locks and bridges. Find a canal, stand at the water's edge and take a group photo where everyone points south (as if the rest of Holland is very far away).

Bergkwartier fashion shoot

The narrow streets and historic facades of the Bergkwartier are the perfect backdrop for a spontaneous fashion shoot. Take a group photo where everyone poses as if it is a Vogue cover shoot.

Bike city Utrecht

Utrecht is one of the biggest cycling cities in the world and has the largest bicycle parking on earth at Utrecht Central Station. Take a group photo where everyone holds, sits on or stands next to a bike. The more bikes, the better.

Bike photo Amsterdam EN

Amsterdam and bikes are inseparable. Take a group photo where everyone is holding, sitting on or standing next to a bike. The more bikes in shot, the better.

Bloemenmarkt tulip shot

Visit the Bloemenmarkt on the Singel (or any flower stall in town). Buy a bunch of tulips or a colorful bouquet and take a cheerful group photo.

Botanical guest of honour

At the Hortus Botanicus the guest of honour gets to be king or queen of the plants. Take a group photo at the entrance or (inside) among the plants where everyone holds a flower or leaf or wears one in their hair. The greener, the better.

Brabant sausage roll

In Brabant, sausage rolls (worstenbroodjes) are a staple. Buy one at a local bakery or supermarket, share it and take a group photo with everyone holding a piece or mid-bite.

Bridge over the Maas

On the Sint Servaas Bridge you have the best view of the Maas and the city. Take a group photo in the middle of the bridge with the water and the city clearly behind you.

Burgundian coronation

Today the guest of honour is king or queen of Mestreech. Crown them with a sash, tiara or other festive accessory and take a photo of the official coronation, ideally with a Burgundian backdrop like a terrace, church or bridge.

Burgundian feast

Maastricht is famous for its Burgundian way of life, with great food and drink. Order a shared snack somewhere (a charcuterie board, fries with satay, anything goes) and take a group photo with everyone tucking in.

Canal selfie

Find a bridge or quay where the canal and the typical Amsterdam canal houses are clearly in shot. Take the team's most picture-perfect canal selfie.

Canal terrace cheers

Along a Leiden canal or in a courtyard you find a terrace that invites you to stay. Find one, order something festive, clink with the whole team and take a photo of the official toast. To the guest of honour!

Carnival dance

Maastricht and carnival belong together. Spontaneously break into a group dance on the Vrijthof or another square, with or without music, and capture it in a video or photo.

Cheers on the Plein

The Plein is famous for its lively terraces, even politicians come here for a drink. Find a cosy terrace, order something festive and take a photo of the official toast. To the guest of honour!

Cheese shop hunt

Find a cheese shop (Old Amsterdam, Henri Willig, Gouda specialist). Take a group photo at the counter or with a cheese sample in hand.

Citadel view

From the Burcht you have the most beautiful view of Leiden. Climb to the top and take a group photo with the rooftops of the city behind you. Everyone must be clearly in frame.

City of Light coronation

Today the guest of honour is the star of the City of Light. Crown them with a sash, tiara or glowing accessory (lights, glow sticks, anything goes) and take a photo of the official coronation, ideally with a hip Eindhoven backdrop.

D'Olle Grieze in frame

The Martini Tower is nearly 100 metres tall and looks centuries old. Take a group photo with the entire tower in frame. Hold your phone in landscape and step back far enough.

Dam Square pose Amsterdam EN

On the Dam: take a group photo with the Royal Palace and the National Monument visible behind the team.

Dance on the Grote Kerkhof

On the Grote Kerkhof, the square in front of the Lebuinus Church, a dance is a must. Stage a choreography together and film or photograph it. The cheesier the moves, the better.

Delfshaven dreams

Delfshaven is the most picturesque corner of Rotterdam, with historic warehouses, an old harbour and rustic streets. Take a group photo as if you have lived here for centuries.

Design detail

Eindhoven is THE design centre of the Netherlands (Design Academy and Dutch Design Week). Find a striking design detail in the city (a chair, a lamp, a facade, a sculpture) and take a group photo around it as if you designed it yourselves.

Deventer Koek challenge

Buy a real Deventer Koek (spiced cake) at a local bakery, take a bite and snap a group photo with everyone's mouths full. Fuel for the rest of the day!

Discover Amsterdam finale

Final challenge. Find a beautiful Amsterdam spot (a bridge, a canal corner, a sunset terrace) and take an amazing group photo.