Spring is here, so it's time to head back outside! Better weather is such an inspiration for exploring the Netherlands. One place to start planning summer trips? The cheese markets! Every summer, the traditional cheese market trade is recreated in certain places. Of course, it's more than just tradition - there's plenty of cheese to admire and consume!

Example one: Alkmaar. Cheese carriers operate on the Waagplein square every Friday between 10-12 (during the summer). There's also a Cheese Museum in Alkmaar.

Example two: Edam. The cheese market takes place weekly during the summer months. If you didn't get enough you can head to the nearby cheese warehouses for more dairy goodness.

Of course, if you prefer to sample your local variety there's no doubt that a fabulous selection awaits you at the weekly market.