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List of Newspapers in Netherlands, Top English & Dutch Media

Netherlands The Netherlands boasts a dynamic media landscape with English and Dutch-language newspapers catering to diverse audiences. Leading Dutch dailies like De Telegraaf (populist, Amsterdam-based) and NRC Handelsblad (progressive, Rotterdam-based) dominate national news, while Het Financieele Dagblad serves as the premier financial paper. English speakers rely on DutchNews.nl for daily updates and The Holland Times for expat-focused coverage.

Regional papers like De Gelderlander and Noordhollands Dagblad highlight local issues, blending community relevance with journalistic depth. Digital platforms like NU.nl lead online news consumption, reflecting the shift from print to digital.

Multilingual options are limited, but niche publications like The Local Netherlands bridge the gap for international readers.

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Dutch-Language National Newspapers (Nederlands)

  • De Telegraaf

    Amsterdam-based national daily (founded 1893), Netherlands' largest newspaper with a populist-conservative slant. Best known for its sensational crime reporting, sports coverage (especially football), and business news.

  • NRC Handelsblad

    Amsterdam/Rotterdam-based quality daily (founded 1970). Renowned for its intellectual analysis, cultural reviews, and investigative journalism, appealing to educated urban readers.

  • De Volkskrant

    Amsterdam-based national daily (founded 1919) with center-left leanings. Famous for its in-depth features, opinion pieces, and "V Magazine" lifestyle supplement.

  • Trouw

    Amsterdam-based daily (founded 1943) with Christian roots. Best known for ethical journalism, sustainability coverage, and thoughtful analysis of social issues.

  • Het Financieele Dagblad (FD)

    Amsterdam-based financial daily (founded 1943). Netherlands' premier business paper, known for economic analysis and "FD Persoonlijk" personal finance section.

Popular Press Tabloids

  • Algemeen Dagblad (AD)

    Rotterdam-based national daily (founded 1946). Popular for accessible news, regional editions, and extensive sports coverage.

  • Metro

    National free commuter paper (founded 1999). Known for concise news summaries and distribution at public transport hubs.

  • De Gelderlander

    Nijmegen-based regional daily (founded 1848). Dominates Gelderland with local news and historical archives.

Regional Local Newspapers

  • Eindhovens Dagblad

    Eindhoven-based regional daily (founded 1919). Covers North Brabant's tech industry (ASML/Philips) and local culture.

  • Leeuwarder Courant

    Leeuwarden-based regional daily (founded 1752), Netherlands' oldest newspaper. Famous for Frisian cultural coverage and bilingual content.

  • Dagblad van het Noorden

    Groningen-based regional daily. Best known for coverage of northern provinces and university city reporting.

  • Het Parool

    Amsterdam-based daily (founded 1941). Originally an underground resistance paper, now focuses on urban affairs and progressive politics.

Business Financial News

  • Follow the Money

    Amsterdam-based investigative financial platform (founded 2013). Exposes corporate malpractices through crowdfunded journalism.

  • Quote

    Business magazine (founded 1988). Famous for its "Quote 500" rich list and entrepreneurial success stories.

Digital-First Niche Outlets

  • NU.nl

    Netherlands' largest news website (founded 1999). Known for breaking news alerts and fact-checked reporting.

  • NOS

    Public broadcaster's news portal. Provides balanced coverage of national events and live streams.

  • RTL Nieuws

    Commercial broadcaster's news site. Popular for video news and consumer-focused reporting.

  • The Post Online

    Right-leaning digital outlet. Known for provocative opinion pieces and political commentary.

English-Language Outlets

  • DutchNews.nl

    Amsterdam-based English news site (founded 2006). Covers Dutch politics, business, and expat-focused guides.

  • NL Times

    English-language daily digest of Dutch news. Best for quick updates on national developments.

  • IamExpat

    Expat lifestyle platform. Offers practical guides on living, working, and integrating in the Netherlands.

Frysk Media (Frysk)

  • Omrop Fryslân

    Frisian public broadcaster. Produces news, TV, and radio programs in the regional language.

  • Friesch Dagblad

    Leeuwarden-based daily (founded 1903). Publishes in Dutch with Frisian cultural coverage.

Sports Special Interest

  • Voetbal International

    Leading football magazine (founded 1965). Covers Eredivisie, Dutch national team, and transfers.

  • WielerFlits

    Top cycling news site. Follows Dutch cyclists in Tour de France and other major races.

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Note: This is an online newspapers and news media directory. All information is reliable but not guaranteed and should be verified personally.