Free Online Resources
Curated list of tools and links to learn Dutch for free on the web.
Tools and Tips
Netjes Nederlands
Video Content
- NetflixToon, Undercover, The Golden Hour, Dirty Lines
- NPODutch public broadcaster with on-demand shows
- NTREducational Dutch programs and documentaries
- BNNVARASeries, satire and current affairs
- VideolandDutch streaming platform with series and films
- DumpertTrending clips for quick listening practice
- KetnetYouth series with clear Dutch (BE)
YouTube Channels
Learn Dutch
- Dutchies to beClear lessons and tips for all levels
- Easy DutchStreet interviews with helpful subtitles
- Bart de PauGrammar, vocabulary and structured lessons
Short Content
- KudShort animated sketches in Dutch
- RolfQuick Dutch shorts and bits
- ClipphangerExplainer cartoons about everyday topics
- RundfunkComedy sketches in fast Dutch
- SluipschuttersPopular Dutch sketch comedy
- KlikbeetSatire and sketches with subtitles
- De Ideale Wereld (BE)Belgian satire and current affairs
Informative
- DrugslabScience-style experiments and explanations for drug safety
- Andere tijdenHistory documentaries in Dutch
- Universiteit van NederlandShort lectures by Dutch experts
Comedians
- Ronald GoedemondtStand-up clips and specials
- Hans TeeuwenClassic Dutch comedy performances
- Jochem MyjerHigh-energy stand-up in fast Dutch
- Philippe Geubels (BE)Belgian stand-up with clear delivery
News and Journalism
Podcasts
- Een Beetje NederlandsStories and history about the Netherlands
- Universiteit van NederlandShort expert lectures in Dutch
- Dutch TodayCurrent affairs for learners
- NRC VandaagDaily news deep-dive
- Lang Verhaal KortShort explainers for quick practice
- Echt GebeurdTrue stories told live
- Zus en ZoCasual conversations
Music
News
Grammar
Books
- Zichtbaar NederlandsVisual grammar book
- Nederlands op niveauUpper-intermediate coursebook
- Nederlands in actieIntermediate coursebook
- Klare taal!Writing clearly in Dutch
- Van Dale NT2 PocketwoordenboekCompact learner’s dictionary
- Intermediate Dutch (Oosterhoff)Grammar reference for B1–B2
- Simple Dutch BooksEasy readers graded by level
- Short Stories (Dutch)Short story collections
Vocabulary
- AnkidroidFree SRS flashcards
- LingvistSmart vocabulary trainer
- DuocardsBilingual cards with audio
- Dutch Words By FrequencyMost common words
- Irregular VerbsDownloadable list
- A1 Word ListBeginner words with examples
- Word ExplorerComprehensive word searching tool for dictionaries, pronunciation, etymology, and more