| midwinterhoornblazentwenthe.nl | Stichting Midwinterhoornblazen Twenthe | The foundation preserves and promotes midwinter horn blowing, an ancient Twentine tradition. The website describes the historical context of midwinter horn blowing, namely a longing for light during the dark midwinter nights, and its symbolism. Information is provided about the midwinter horn: the materials, the construction (up to 1.5 meters long), and the way it is played, and the fact that this tradition was recognized as intangible heritage on December 13, 2013, as well as the making of the horn itself. | Spiritual Practices → Intangible Heritage 17 | midwinter horn 10 tradition 736 village 808 heritage 818 | Assen → Assen West 54 |
| visserijdagen-makkum.nl | Makkumer Visserijdagen | The Makkum Herring Days, held from August 22nd to 23rd, 2025, are an annual event focused on sounds and the atmosphere of Makkum, including the water, animals, music, and festivals. The theme of the Herring Days is ‘The Sounds of Makkum,’ encompassing sounds from the past, present, and future, such as the old (and vanished) bugle, the sound of church bells, and the excitement of summer evenings. The website emphasizes the positive impact of the Herring Days on the livability, cohesion, and businesses of the village. | Ensemble → Chamber Music 466 | sound 1649 community 7931 event 45199 | Southwest-Friesland → Makkum 229 |
| midwinterhoornblazen.nl | Midwinterhoornbloazersgroep Oatmössche | The website provides an introduction to winter horn blowing, focusing on the tradition, community, and connectedness associated with it. It presents an agenda with the planned activities of the group, primarily during the advent period and at regional events. Contact information for the group and a possibility to contact are available. | Associations & Societies → Music Associations 1003 | tradition 736 | Dinkelland → Ootmarsum 393 |
| midwinterhoorngroepdoesburg.nl | midwinterhoorngroepdoesburg.nl | The Winter Horn produces a sound that can be heard up to five kilometers away, characterized by a mournful and plaintive tone. The tradition of blowing the Winter Horn begins on the first Sunday of Advent and ends with the Three Kings Day. The Winter Horn is primarily blown during twilight and contributes to the mystical atmosphere of the period. | Christmas → Christmas Markets 164 | sound 1649 | Gelderland → Doesburg 600 |
| beusichemleeft.nl | Beusichem Leeft | The website showcases initiatives and activities in Beusichem, aiming to connect the community and maintain the village's vibrancy. It provides information on historical aspects, organizations, entrepreneurs, and ongoing projects, such as the clogs path and the village orchard. Beusichem Leeft facilitates collaboration between residents, associations, and organizations to realize new ideas and improve the quality of life in the village. | Village Focus → Village Organizations 683 | tradition 736 village 808 initiative 1297 resident 3245 collaboration 16036 | Gelderland → Buren 1054 |
| midwinterhoornblazerssaasveld.nl | Midwinterhoornblazers Saasveld | The website provides information about the history of the association and its members, including prominent Twenteners involved in the revival of midwinter horn blowing in the 1950s. There is a schedule of upcoming activities, particularly during the advent period, including videos and photos of previous events such as illuminated walks and collaborations with nursing homes. The website contains media material, such as interviews and photos of activities, as well as references to the restaurant and information about the history of the association. | | tradition 736 medium 1293 schedule 2624 history 7286 | Dinkelland → Saasveld 89 |
| giezelbaargbloazers.nl | De Giezelbaargbloazers oet Veele | The group is an enthusiastic group of Winter Horn Blowers based in Veele, located in the municipality of Westerwolde, province of Groningen. Each year they organize a Winter Horn Walk, the 'Giezelbaarg Walk,' which takes place on Saturday, January 4, 2025. The winter horn season runs from December 1st to January 6th, during which they follow the traditional Saxon practice of playing the winter horns and giving performances. | Christmas → Christmas Markets 164 | performance 7586 | Groningen → Westerwolde 933 |
| excelsiornoordwijk.nl | Fanfarekorps Excelsior Noordwijk | Fanfarekorps Excelsior Noordwijk has existed for over a century and is deeply rooted in the Noordwijk music culture, having started as a marching band and now a versatile music association. The organization strives to promote musical development, make music accessible to all ages and backgrounds, and contribute to the cultural vibrancy of Noordwijk. The corps offers a varied repertoire, ranging from classical fanfare music to modern arrangements, and is constantly looking for new members, regardless of their experience. | Orchestras & Bands → Fanfare Bands 21 | tradition 736 community 7931 member 10154 music 13170 | South-Holland → Noordwijk 2507 |
| suikerbeesten.nl | Rob and Sandra Fase | The website describes the origin of the sugar beast tradition, where the father of Rob and Sandra was a helper of Sinterklaas and left a sugar beast in each child’s shoe. Rob and Sandra now make sugar beasts themselves in their free time, and sell them to generate income for faith trips and choir sponsorship. The website provides information about the traditional technique of making sugar beasts and invites visitors to share their opinions or place an order. | Plants → Trees 304 | plank 162 choir 3123 | |
| plechelmusharmonie.nl | Sint Plechelmus Harmonie | The website contains information about the members of the music association, including the board and the opportunities to become a member. The website presents a calendar of activities, such as concerts and the annual potting soil campaign. The website offers information about the history of the association, including the recent appointment of a new chairman and a liberation concert. | Associations & Societies → Music Associations 1003 | board 3438 concert 4409 association 8562 member 10154 event 45199 | Losser → de Lutte 222 |