Varend Corso Westland Honselersdijk - flower parade

The Floating Flower Parade Westland is an annual event that takes place in Westland, a region in the province of South Holland. The event takes place over three days, on Friday the procession sails the Rijnlandroute, on Saturday the Westlandroute and concludes on Sunday with the Delflandroute. Friday and has since grown into one of the most famous flower parades in the Netherlands and attracts thousands of visitors from home and abroad every year.

The floating flower parade originated in the 1990s and has since grown to a true tradition. During the event, about twenty boats sail through the waters of the Westland, completely decorated with flowers. The boats are all different in shape and size and together form a colorful spectacle on the water.

The flower parade is all about creativity and craftsmanship. The participants work for months on the preparations and design of their boats and ensure that the flowers are processed correctly. Different types of flowers are used, including tulips, hyacinths and daffodils. The combination of colors and shapes creates beautiful works of art on the water.

The event not only attracts visitors from the Netherlands, but also from abroad. It is therefore an important tourist attraction for the region. In addition to the flower parade, other activities have also been organized, such as a fair and musical performances.

The Floating Flower Parade Westland is not only a feast for the eyes, but also for the senses. The scent of the flowers is everywhere and the colors are breathtaking. The event is therefore highly recommended for anyone who loves flowers and creativity.