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.

How to Play Netherlands

  • Prioritize coastal city placement — the Polder is central to the entire strategy.
  • Use trade routes aggressively; the Gold bonus compounds throughout the game.
  • A strong Dutch economy can fund almost any victory path once established.

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