Oktoberfest Conquers the Netherlands: From German Folklore Festival to 'More Visitors than the Toppers'

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What once started as a small German party with bratwurst and Schlager music has grown into one of the biggest celebrations in the Netherlands: Oktoberfest in Sittard. For this episode of Nieuws van de dag, reporter Jasmine donned a suitable "bachelorette" outfit amidst the liters of beer, lederhosen, and dirndls. What makes this German festival so popular with the Dutch? "We know how to throw a party," is the sentiment from between the pints.