Looking for strange / eerie / “haunted” places in the Netherlands (urban legends, cemeteries, folklore)
Hi!
I’m currently researching strange, eerie, and possibly “haunted” places in the Netherlands. I know that the country isn’t really famous for strong ghost folklore (especially compared to somewhere like Germany), but I’m trying to dig deeper and see what actually exists beneath that “calm” surface.
I’m especially interested in:
urban legends
ghost stories / paranormal sightings
unusual or uncanny locations
cemeteries with interesting history or атмосpheres
abandoned places or places with dark pasts
I’m from Buenos Aires, and here we have places like La Chacarita cemetery, which can feel quite chaotic and even decayed in some areas — and honestly, that atmosphere is part of what I find fascinating. I know Dutch cemeteries are usually much more clean and maintained, but maybe there are still stories, legends, or specific spots worth exploring?
I’m planning to eventually turn this into a deeper research project + maybe write something about it, so I’d really appreciate:
personal experiences
lesser-known places (not just tourist lists)
local myths or regional folklore
links to articles, books, archives, or even obscure websites
Even if something is more “uncanny” than explicitly paranormal, I’d love to hear about it.
Thanks a lot!
(Of course, I also search for information myself, but I am also interested in your opinion)