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Tip: Don’t miss out on the local cuisine at Giethoorn. Try the Dutch pancakes, they're delicious!
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Go for: Guided tour
Duration: 3.5 hours to 7 hours
Inclusions: Live guide, transportation, boat trip.
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Go for: Sightseeing tour
Duration: 6 hours
Inclusions: Cruise trip, audio guide, menu for food & drinks.
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Go for: Day trip
Duration: 9 hours
Inclusions: Transfers, guided tour and boat tour in Giethoorn
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All Zaanse Schans tickets can be canceled 24-48 hours before the tour commences.
The Zaanse Schans is renowned for its iconic windmills, which stand as living symbols of Dutch heritage. These meticulously preserved structures showcase the intricate mechanics of 17th-century milling technology. Visitors can explore these working windmills, gaining insight into their historical significance and the vital role they played in shaping the Netherlands.
Volendam, a picturesque Dutch fishing village, is home to a cheese factory where you can witness the art of Dutch cheese-making. Delve into the cheese production process, from milk to the final product, and even sample some of the delectable cheeses. It's a flavorful immersion into one of the country's most cherished culinary traditions.
Enjoy a tranquil boat journey across the Marken Lake, offering stunning vistas of the surrounding Dutch landscape. As you sail between Marken and Volendam, relish the peacefulness of the water and take in the charming towns of Monnickendam and Katwoude along the way. It's a scenic interlude that adds to the tour's allure.
Once a remote island, Marken is now a captivating peninsula steeped in Dutch history. Accessible by a scenic boat ride, the village beckons with its charming wooden houses and maritime character. Explore its narrow streets, visit a traditional clog maker's workshop, and try on authentic Dutch wooden clogs—a genuine cultural experience.
At Zaanse Schans, you'll have the opportunity to step inside a traditional clog maker's workshop. Witness skilled craftsmen utilizing a steam engine to create iconic Dutch wooden clogs. Discover the intricate process, from raw wood to the final product, and even try on these quintessential Dutch shoes—a memorable encounter with Dutch craftsmanship.
The boat ride on the River Zaan provides a unique view of Zaanse Schans' historic windmills, wooden houses, and picturesque scenery. Guided tours depart from the village and offer an informative 25-minute journey through the Dutch countryside, accommodating up to 12 passengers.
The meeting points differ for each tour:
Yes, you can get a discount on Zaanse Schans Tour tickets if you buy them online. Usually, discounts are offered for kids up to the age of 13-18.
The Zaanse Schans Tour is a guided excursion in the Netherlands, taking visitors to the picturesque village of Zaanse Schans to explore its historic windmills, traditional Dutch houses, and artisan workshops.
Zaanse Schans Tour meeting points vary for each experience you choose. Please check your ticket for more information.
Highlights of the Zaanse Schans Tour include witnessing working windmills up close, visiting a clog-making workshop, exploring historic homes, and learning about Dutch cheese production.
You can reach Zaanse Schans tour meeting point by car, metro and bus.
Zaanse Schans Tour is different for each experience but it usually starts in the morning.
Yes, Zaanse Schans Tours are wheelchair accessible.
Yes. Photography is allowed at Zaanse Schans Tour.
Yes, guided tours are available and can be booked in advance to enhance your visit and provide detailed information about the site.
Several windmills at Zaanse Schans are still operational and demonstrate traditional milling processes for oil, paint, and wood.
Yes, Zaanse Schans is family-friendly, with educational activities and open spaces for children to explore.
You can participate in clog, cheese, and traditional Dutch crafts workshops.
Pets are allowed in the outdoor areas of Zaanse Schans but not inside the museums or windmills.