haags

Haags is a Dutch term used as an adjective to denote something related to The Hague, the city in the western Netherlands. The form derives from Den Haag, the city’s Dutch name, and is commonly used to describe people, districts, culture, or institutions associated with the city, though it is not a formal demonym for residents.

The Hague, located in South Holland, is the seat of the Dutch government and parliament and hosts numerous international institutions, including the International Court of Justice and the International Criminal Court. The city is also a center for diplomacy and international law, with notable sites such as the Binnenhof, the Mauritshuis, and Noordeinde Palace.

Culturally, The Haags identity blends political significance with urban Dutch life. The term Haags appears in Dutch-language usage in phrases such as Haags cuisine or Haags architecture; in English, one would say “The Hague-related” or refer to residents with the standard demonym Hagenaar or Hagenees. The Haags are often associated with the city’s administrative and diplomatic functions, as well as its historic and artistic heritage. The term is primarily used to describe associations with The Hague rather than as a formal label for its residents.

See also: Den Haag, The Hague; Binnenhof; Mauritshuis; International Court of Justice; International Criminal Court.