Pros and Cons of Living in Wassenaar, Netherlands

Pros and Cons of Living in Wassenaar

Last updated on Jul 03, 2023

Summary: The pros of living in Wassenaar, Netherlands include its close proximity to the beach, its excellent public transportation system, its low crime rate, and its high quality of life. Additionally, Wassenaar is a beautiful and picturesque town with plenty of green spaces and parks. On the other hand, the cons of living in Wassenaar include its high cost of living, its limited nightlife, and its lack of cultural diversity. Additionally, the town is quite small and can feel quite isolated from the rest of the Netherlands.

What are the pros and cons of living in Wassenaar?

Expats, digital nomads and retirees living in Wassenaar responded:

"Expats and digital nomads living in Wassenaar appreciate the small-town atmosphere and the close proximity to the beach. They also enjoy the easy access to nearby cities like The Hague and Amsterdam, as well as the excellent public transportation system. Additionally, the low crime rate and the high quality of life are attractive features for expats and digital nomads. On the other hand, some expats and digital nomads may find the cost of living in Wassenaar to be quite high, as well as the lack of cultural diversity," explained one expat living in Wassenaar.

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Joshua Wood, LPC joined Expat Exchange in 2000 and serves as one of its Co-Presidents. He is also one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.

Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.