Holidays

Festive Breaks to Holland

CREATE YOUR OWN FESTIVE BREAK TO HOLLAND

There are a number of well-known Christmas Markets in Holland including those in Valkenburg, Dordrecht, Deventer, Maastricht and Nijmegen, the oldest city in Holland. Visitors to Dutch Christmas Markets can secure all sorts of Christmas specialities and relish the atmosphere of a Dutch Advent.

With DFDS, if you choose to, you can take your car to Holland on one of our ferries, making transport simple. Cross from Newcastle to our port in IJmuiden, and you'll be just 17 miles away from Amsterdam. Alternatively, you can access Holland from either of our routes from Dover to France in just a few hours!

Our Festive Getaways

Amsterdam Christmas Markets

Explore the stunning city of Amsterdam while doing your Christmas shopping. Get there easily on a ferry crossing from Newcastle to Amsterdam.

Festive Breaks to Germany

Head to Germany this festive season and pick up exciting and unique gifts for your loved ones in one of the many Christmas Markets around the country.

Festive Breaks to France

Set sail from Dover to France for a magical getaway this festive season.

Festive Breaks to Belgium

Experience a festive break in the beautiful cities of Belgium. Sail from Dover to France or from Newcastle to Amsterdam and get ready to explore the Christmas Markets.

European Christmas Markets

Enjoy Christmas celebrations across Europe and choose a DFDS crossing from Dover to France or from Newcastle to Amsterdam.

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