After the pilgrimage was over, when their vessel approached the quay for the passengers to disembark, the boat tipped over and literally tipped the passengers into the cold water.
Most then complicatedly climbed the wall of the canal on the embankment, in which they were generously helped by other participants in the national revelry.
King’s Day is traditionally celebrated in the Netherlands on April 27, the birthday of King William Alexander. It is one of the most important public holidays. This year the king celebrated his 57th birthday.
On this day, the Dutch take to the streets and indulge in exuberant merriment. There is celebration, dancing, music playing in the open air, alcohol flowing and decorated boats with well-heeled passengers sailing along Amsterdam’s canals.
Saturday’s incident did not disturb the festive atmosphere in any way, especially since no one was injured. The participants of the bath can also talk about a bit of luck that the incident happened to them now – during the reign of Vilém Alexander.
When his mother, Queen Beatrix, ruled until 2013, Queen’s Day was celebrated in the Netherlands according to her birthday, which falls on January 31.
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