Flag of the Netherlands
The flag of the Netherlands has three equal horizontal bands of red, white and blue, from top to bottom, with no emblem. The red is a bright vermilion and the blue a deep cobalt, and the flag has a 2:3 ratio. On royal occasions, an orange pennant may be flown above it.
Colors
- Red #A81828 · 34%
- Blue #284888 · 33%
- White #F8F8F8 · 33%
Proportions: 2:3
Download: SVG · PNG 1200 px · WebP 640 px
Meaning of the flag of the Netherlands
The flag grew out of the orange, white and blue Prince's Flag of William of Orange, who led the Dutch revolt against Spain in the 16th century. During the 17th century, the orange band was gradually replaced by red, possibly because orange dye faded quickly. The colors were officially fixed by royal decree in 1937, and the flag is one of the oldest tricolors in the world.
Map of the Netherlands
The Netherlands is a country in northwestern Europe on the North Sea. It borders Germany to the east and Belgium to the south, and much of its low, flat land lies at or below sea level.
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Frequently asked questions
What colors are on the flag of the Netherlands?
The flag of the Netherlands is red, blue, and white.
What are the proportions of the flag of the Netherlands?
The flag of the Netherlands has a ratio of 2:3 (height to width).
What does the flag of the Netherlands mean?
The flag grew out of the orange, white and blue Prince's Flag of William of Orange, who led the Dutch revolt against Spain in the 16th century. During the 17th century, the orange band was gradually replaced by red, possibly because orange dye faded quickly. The colors were officially fixed by royal decree in 1937, and the flag is one of the oldest tricolors in the world.
Can I download the flag of the Netherlands?
Yes: this page has the flag of the Netherlands as SVG (vector) and as a 1200-pixel PNG, free to download.
Flag image: Wikimedia Commons, Public domain (Zscout370).
