NPO Radio 5 is a Dutch public radio station operated by the Nederlandse Publieke Omroep (NPO). Launched in 1983, it primarily targets listeners aged 55 and older. The station's programming focuses on classic hits from the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s, along with newer releases from pop icons and evergreens.
Originally known as Hilversum 5, the station has undergone several name changes throughout its history. It became Radio 5 in 1985, briefly changed to Radio 747 in 2001, and finally adopted its current name, NPO Radio 5, in 2014.
The station's content includes a mix of music, information, and service programs. Notable features include the annual "Evergreen Top 1000" countdown and special theme weeks dedicated to music from specific decades. NPO Radio 5 also covers events such as Alpe d'HuZes, Veterans Day, and the Week Against Loneliness.
Broadcasting organizations like Omroep MAX, EO, AVROTROS, KRO-NCRV, and BNNVARA contribute to NPO Radio 5's diverse programming. The station is available via digital platforms, including cable, DVB-T, DAB+, satellite, and internet streaming.