Christmas hampers
A Christmas hamper is the Dutch way of thanking your team at the end of the year. The hamper is the gift itself, filled with food, drinks and often a practical item. Think of a dark December evening, the box opened at the kitchen table and everyone picking a favourite. In the Netherlands and Belgium, almost every employer hands one out before the holidays. As the largest supplier in the Benelux, we deliver to Dutch and international companies alike. Our range holds more than 1,300 hampers, for every team and every budget. Whether your staff are local or expats, a well-filled hamper feels warm and personal. It is a gesture that lands the same way in any language.
The Dutch tradition of the Christmas hampers explained
The Dutch Christmas hamper, or kerstpakket, is a firm tradition rather than a passing trend. Employers hand one out in the weeks before Christmas as a thank you for the year. According to the Dutch Chamber of Commerce, the end-of-year gift is a common way for companies to show appreciation. It is not a legal obligation, which makes the gesture all the more genuine. Staff receive the hamper at the office, or increasingly at home by courier. Opening it together on the last working day before the break is part of the fun.
For international companies based here, the tradition can feel unfamiliar at first. The logic behind it is simple: one gift, given to everyone, at the same moment. There is no ranking by seniority and no guessing per person. That equality is exactly why the hamper works so well in mixed teams. Your Dutch colleagues expect it, and your international staff quickly come to enjoy it. Browse the full range at Kerstpakkettenplaza.nl to see what suits your company.
What goes into a hamper, and what it costs
Budgets in the Netherlands run from a compact gesture to a genuinely luxury gift. The price per employee decides how much food goes in and whether a gift item is included. The table below shows what to expect in each range. At a glance you can see which budget fits your team.
| Budget per employee | What you can expect |
| Up to € 25 | A food-focused hamper with snacks, chocolate and sweets |
| € 25 to € 50 | Food plus a drink, or a first small gift item |
| € 50 to € 75 | A proper gift item such as a blanket or heat pillow, with premium food |
| € 75 and above | A luxury main gift, from a kitchen appliance to a fire bowl |
Most Dutch employers land somewhere in the middle of this scale. Our own average sits at € 48 per employee, which buys a well-filled hamper with a gift. Prefer to choose by style instead of budget? The themed hampers cover original, sustainable and luxury options.
Hampers for an international team
Mixed teams bring mixed preferences, and a good hamper takes that into account. Not everyone drinks alcohol, and not everyone eats pork. Our range covers those situations without anyone feeling left out. Below are the points that matter most for international offices.
- Alcohol-free hampers are available across every budget, with the same festive feel.
- Hampers without pork are part of the standard range, not an afterthought.
- Every hamper is uni-sex, suitable for men and women alike.
- Delivery runs across the Netherlands and Belgium, to one address or to each home.
A hamper works because everybody receives the same gesture. That shared moment is what makes it land, whatever your team looks like. Our people in the showrooms are happy to walk you through the options. For a more upmarket gift, have a look at the luxury hampers with premium food and a bigger gift item.
Ordering and delivery for your company
Ordering a Christmas hamper is straightforward, even if you are new to the Dutch system. Below you find the route from first choice to delivery.
Step 1: Set your budget per employee. Decide what you want to spend, then filter the range on that amount.
Step 2: Choose your hamper. Pick by budget, by theme or by the gift item inside.
Step 3: Set the quantity. Orders start from 5 pieces, so smaller teams are welcome too.
Step 4: Choose the delivery. We deliver to one company address, or straight to each employee at home.
Step 5: Confirm and relax. You receive a confirmation, and we handle the rest.
Orders above € 1,000 excluding VAT are delivered free to one address in the Netherlands. We deliver up to and including 18 December, across the Netherlands and Belgium. Our transport is handled in-house, which keeps the planning in our own hands. A quote is free of charge and lands in your inbox within minutes. If you would rather see the hampers first, you are welcome at one of our showrooms. For a drinks-led gift, the wine hampers are a popular choice with international teams.
Veelgestelde vragen
What exactly is a Dutch Christmas hamper?
It is a gift box filled with food, drinks and often a practical item, handed out by employers before Christmas. The contents are chosen to be enjoyed at home during the holidays. Most hampers combine sweet and savoury with something to drink.
How much do Dutch companies spend per employee?
Our average order value is € 48 per employee. Budgets run from around € 25 for a compact hamper to over € 100 for a luxury gift. The middle of the range is where most employers land.
Do you deliver to Belgium as well?
Yes, we deliver across the Netherlands and Belgium. Delivery runs up to and including 18 December, to one address or to each employee at home. Ordering early gives you the widest choice.
Can we order hampers without alcohol or pork?
Yes, both are available across the range. Alcohol-free hampers carry the same festive feel, with the food and gift taking the lead. For a mixed team that is a safe and inclusive choice.
What is the minimum order?
Orders start from 5 pieces per hamper. Larger orders of several thousand hampers are handled just as easily . With more than 35,000 satisfied clients, we are set up for teams of any size.
