Deities

Many deities were honored in Northwest Europe. The Germanic and Celtic people were very much polytheistic, with a healthy dose of animism thrown in the mix. Hundreds of deities can be found in their lands, with all kinds of identities and functions. Some have been found across the continent, others were only connected to a certain place or tribe.

: This map shows the names of gods and goddesses who have been found in the area that is now the Netherlands. The map was created by Melissa Ligteneigen and first published on the Facebook page “Germanic Tribes & Spirituality”. Used with permission.

Here’s a list of deities that have been found in the Netherlands and/or surrounding areas. Please note that this list is by no means complete; I’m always adding or changing information. Follow my websites for updates or contact me if you have questions or comments.