2. Leonor, Princess of Asturias
Next, let’s hop over to Spain and meet Leonor. Leonor is the youngest on our list (she was born in 2005), and she already has the weight of a kingdom on her shoulders. Her mom, Queen Letizia, swapped a career in journalism for the royal life when she married King Felipe VI. After King Juan Carlos I abdicated amid a scandal in 2014, Felipe and Letizia stepped up, with Leonor next in line.
Leonor is currently hitting the books at UWC Atlantic College in Wales, a place known as “Hogwarts for Hippies.” This prestigious school is preparing her for the royal duties ahead. She’s an accomplished linguist, fluent in Spanish, English, and Mandarin, and she’s also passionate about music, playing both the cello and the piano. Leonor has received the Order of the Golden Fleece, one of Spain’s highest honors, at the tender age of 13, showcasing her early dedication to her future role.
3. Princess Amalia of the Netherlands
Over in the Netherlands, Crown Princess Catharina-Amalia Beatrix Carmen Victoria—or just Princess Amalia if you’re on a first-name basis—is gearing up to follow in her father’s footsteps. King Willem-Alexander took the throne in 2013 after his mother, Queen Beatrix, abdicated.
But Amalia isn’t in a rush to rule. She even turned down a $1.8 million annual allowance on her 18th birthday. “I find it uncomfortable as long as I can offer little in return and other students have it so much more difficult,” she wrote to the Dutch Prime Minister. Humble and relatable? Check.
Amalia is currently studying politics, psychology, law, and economics (PPLE) at the University of Amsterdam, showing her keen interest in governance and society. She’s a talented equestrian and loves singing; she even performed in a choir that toured internationally. Amalia’s down-to-earth nature and sense of responsibility have already made her a beloved figure in the Netherlands.
