The popular KRO-NCRV program Een huis vol emigreert is back with its second season, promising to showcase the unique challenges faced by large families as they rebuild their lives abroad.
Starting on March 14, 2025, the series will focus on the Verleg family, who are embarking on their adventure by moving from the Netherlands to the sunny landscapes of Spain. Parents Pim and Melissa Verleg, alongside their five young children, are determined to turn their dreams of life abroad, which involve selling their house and booking flights, but they remain uncertain about finalizing the mortgage for their new Spanish home.
"We hebben bewust gezocht naar een huis met wat meer ruimte eromheen. Ik ben zelf buitenaf opgegroeid en dat mis ik," Melissa said, reflecting on their decision to seek out property with more space to accommodate their family. Living outside the urban sprawl of the Netherlands is important to them, but they have run headfirst against the harsh realities of emigration.
Alongside the Verlegs, the beloved Kraan family will also be featured again. After successfully owning and operating a campground last season, Ivan and Linda Kraan are taking some time to enjoy themselves as they gear up for another busy season. Their son Quinten and daughter-in-law Caressa are joining the family business this year, adding their own family dynamics to the mix. Throughout the season, viewers will witness their efforts to train new staff and support each other through this family venture.
The return of these family stories is not just about migration; it’s about the emotions tied to leaving behind familiar comforts. For the Verleg family, the dream of residing in Spain remains uncertain. Their path forward is fraught with tension, as the approval for their mortgage looms overhead. They are determined to embrace this next chapter, but the question remains: will they be able to call their Spanish finca home?
Last year, the show’s first season garnered remarkably high viewership, with over 1 million people tuning in daily during its initial four-week run. The show received 6.5 million streams on NPO Start, demonstrating its popularity and making it one of the must-watch programs on Dutch television.
Fans can look forward to weekly episodes when Een huis vol emigreert airs every Friday from March 21, 2025, at 9:30 PM on NPO 1. For those who want to catch up, all episodes will be available for streaming starting March 14, 2025.
Produced by Mediawan Skyhigh and KRO-NCRV, the series not only engages its viewers with compelling narratives but also serves as inspiration for those considering emigration. Through the eyes of families like the Verlegs and Kraans, viewers get insight not just on moving abroad but on the realities of uprooting their lives for the possibility of adventure and fulfillment.
This season promises emotional stories, relatable challenges, and the joy of family bonds as they navigate the ups and downs of starting anew in foreign lands. Viewers will get to witness everything—from the excitement of moving to the stress of financing their new life, all chronicled through the lens of television.
Stay tuned for the beginning of this thrilling adventure with Een huis vol emigreert—an engaging watch for anyone fascinated by the concept of emigrant families redefining their futures!