Tussenwaarts

Tussenwaarts is a fictional village created for illustrative purposes in this article and does not correspond to any real location in the Netherlands.

Etymology: The name derives from tussen (between) and waarts (towards), indicating a positional or directional sense in Dutch toponymy.

Geography: Set in a flat, low-lying rural landscape typical of the Dutch hinterlands, Tussenwaarts is centered on a small green adjacent to a shallow watercourse. Fields of crops surround the settlement, which features a church and a windmill at its core.

History: The village originated as a group of farmsteads in the 17th century and developed into a modest agricultural community. In the 19th and 20th centuries, it expanded with drainage projects and road improvements; in recent decades, agritourism has supplemented farming.

Demographics and economy: The population is roughly 1,200 residents. The economy centers on agriculture—dairy and arable farming—with growing small businesses, including bed-and-breakfasts and cycling-tourism services.

Governance and infrastructure: Tussenwaarts is part of a fictional municipality and is served by a village council. It relies on regional roads for access; the nearest railway service is in a neighboring town, with local buses connecting to the village.

Notable features: Landmarks include an 18th-century church, a wooden windmill, and a traditional drawbridge over the local watercourse. The annual harvest festival is a focal community event.