The Hague

Our city is diverse – not only is The Hague a great place to study – it’s a buzzing business city with a political and diplomatic heart.

The Hague is a city of global stature, despite its relatively small size. As the home of the International Criminal Court, Peace Palace, War Crimes Tribunal and Europol, it’s rightly known as an International City of Peace, Justice and Security. It’s also the political capital of the Netherlands, and the home to our Royal family.

But it’s a city for day-to-day life, too - with the benefits of a big city, but a small town feel. You can wander the streets, soaking up all the wonderful historic architecture as you follow in the footsteps of Mondriaan and Vermeer. Or you can sit on the sandy beaches, soaking up the sun or gazing out over the water.

The Hague is also a business hub – we hold Europe's largest port and two international airports. Many international companies and organisations are based here - like Shell and Siemens.

The Hague has a typically moderate climate, with cool summers and mild winters.