Kinderdijk: Living with Water
How windmills, dikes and pumping stations shaped a Dutch landscape
Curious about the Netherlands beyond the tulips and canals? Orange Horizons takes you on an audio journey through the country's most surprising places, ideas, and people. This podcast is made for travelers who want more than the obvious; whether…
Nineteen windmills, endless waterways and a landscape that has been in motion for centuries. In this episode of Orange Horizons, we visit Kinderdijk, where people and water are in constant dialogue.
We discover how the windmills once pumped excess water out of the polders, how millers and their families lived among the wooden gears, and how modern pumping stations have taken over the work today. Along the way, we share practical tips for experiencing Kinderdijk on foot, by bicycle and from the water.
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Orange Horizons
Curious about the Netherlands beyond the tulips and canals? Orange Horizons takes you on an audio journey through the country's most surprising places, ideas, and people.
This podcast is made for travelers who want more than the obvious; whether you're into sustainable design, creative communities, unexpected nature escapes, or the best lesser-known cities for culture lovers. From farm-to-table trails and the most beautiful unknown beaches, to unique architecture sites and agro-tourism tips, we shine a light on what makes the Netherlands truly special.
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