Such an eclipse is not very rare, but it is certainly not an everyday phenomenon. According to Mathlener, a partial solar eclipse in the Netherlands can be seen on average every two to three years. Incidentally, a little more often in the coming years, because up to and including 2030 it happens once every year. Mathlener can explain how that is, but also says it is very complicated.
Eclipse glasses or colander: This way you look safely at the solar eclipse today
