Press & Media

Kinderdijk is so much more than a typical Dutch postcard scene. As a foundation, we’re happy to share our special story with the world. For that reason, we only consider press and filming requests when they focus on editorial coverage about Kinderdijk UNESCO World Heritage, using topics such as heritage, water management, history, nature, culture, or the visitor experience.

Requests with a promotional or commercial nature are reviewed with care. Depending on the approach, fees may apply or the request may not be approved. Unsure about the focus of your request? Email us at pers@kinderdijk.nl.

Looking for image material (photos, video, or drone footage) of Kinderdijk UNESCO World Heritage? Image material is available for media that cover Kinderdijk in an editorial context, for example topics such as heritage, water management, history, nature, culture, or the visitor experience.

Does your request fit this scope? Email us with a short explanation (outlet + topic/angle) and specify what type of material you’re looking for.

Drone footage can be very impressive, but at Kinderdijk, privacy, safety, and nature conservation are key considerations. Most of the windmills are still inhabited, and the area is part of a Natura 2000 protected site. Drone flights can also disturb nesting birds and other wildlife. For these reasons, drone operations are kept to an absolute minimum.

To support media professionals and content creators, we make professional drone footage available free of charge for productions that provide editorial coverage of Kinderdijk UNESCO World Heritage. This allows you to use strong visual material without adding extra air traffic above the area.

If you still wish to make your own drone recordings, please note that:

• Professional drone flights require permission from the relevant authorities
• Recreational drone users must comply with national drone regulations
• Enforcement may take place in the event of nuisance or violations

Professionals must always have permission from the Environmental Service Haaglanden.

Are you creating content for a blog, YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, or another platform and would you like to visit Kinderdijk? Please contact us by email well in advance. Kinderdijk UNESCO World Heritage is a living heritage: most windmills are still inhabited, and the site welcomes visitors daily. That’s why we’re happy to coordinate with you to ensure your visit fits the location and takes residents and visitors into account.

Send your request to pers@kinderdijk.nl and include:

• Your (social media) channels, with links
• Reach / target audience
• Purpose of your visit
• What you plan to create (photo, video, reportage, collaboration, etc.)
• Preferred date and time
• Who you will be visiting with

Would you like to request an interview, produce a report, or carry out photo or video recordings on location? Please inform us in advance. This allows us to assist you properly and, where necessary, arrange access and permissions.

For larger productions, such as film crews, documentaries, or television recordings, we ask that you contact us well ahead of time. This enables us to make clear agreements together regarding permissions, time slots, and practical matters such as permit applications. In this way, the production can run smoothly while keeping the site pleasant for residents and visitors.

Kinderdijk UNESCO World Heritage is one of the Netherlands’ most iconic heritage locations. The nineteen windmills, built around 1740, together with pumping stations, dikes, and waterways form an impressive system that demonstrates how the Netherlands has been managing water for centuries.

Since 1997, Kinderdijk has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The area tells a story of innovation, craftsmanship, and the ongoing battle against water. A remarkable story that remains both visible and highly relevant today.