The Netherlands goes to the polls again for the third time in four years. Geert Wilders' far-right Freedom Party won the highest number of seats in the Dutch parliament in shock results less than two years ago. Polling shows the party remains popular. DW traveled to the town of Volendam, a Freedom Party stronghold.
As Dutch voters head to the polls for the second time in two years, immigration dominates debate in Volendam, a fishing town and far-right stronghold.
Geert Wilders's Freedom Party, which blames housing shortages on immigration, is projected to lead but faces isolation as major parties refuse coalition deals. With over two dozen parties on the ballot, undecided voters and the race for second place could decide the Netherlands' next government.
Author: Rosie Birchard
First published: October 28, 2025
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