Civilization VI · Civilization Guide Netherlands
The Netherlands build one of the strongest pure economic engines in the game, turning coastal terrain other civilizations consider marginal into dense, high-yield cities.
Default LeaderWilhelmina
FocusGold · Economy
Unique UnitSea Beggar
Unique InfrastructurePolder
Unique Ability
Grote Rivieren: Rivers grant a +2 adjacency bonus to Campus, Theater Square, and Industrial Zone districts. Building a Harbor triggers a Culture Bomb. In Gathering Storm, also +50% Production toward the Dam district and Flood Barrier building.
Unique Unit: Sea Beggar
A privateer-style naval unit effective at both raiding and trade route protection.
Unique Infrastructure: Polder
A unique coastal improvement providing strong Food and Production, letting coastal cities grow far larger than usual.