Niederlandia

Niederlandia is a fictional sovereign state used in speculative fiction, political thought experiments, and game settings. It does not exist in the real world. In most narratives, Niederlandia is located in a low-lying European delta region and shares cultural ties with the historical Low Countries.

It comprises coastal provinces, reclaimed land, and extensive canal networks. The landscape features marshes, rivers, and wind-swept coastlines; climate is temperate maritime.

It is typically depicted as a constitutional democracy with a multiparty system. The head of state is a ceremonial president or monarch, while the head of government is a prime minister or chancellor. Provinces have a degree of autonomy.

The economy emphasizes services, logistics, energy, and sustainable water management. Major ports, research universities, and engineering firms are common in portrayals. The country is often shown as highly urbanized with advanced infrastructure.

Niederlandia is described as multicultural, with Niederlandish as a West Germanic language; key cultural features include design, cycling culture, and public participation in urban planning.

In fictional works, Niederlandia's origins trace to a medieval trading federation; modern statehood arises through federated provinces and reforms addressing flood risk and climate adaptation.