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Zaanse Schans Windmill Village Boat Tour

  • 9 reviews | 88 travellers
    The boat ride is very nice, it is well worth doing, during the tour they tell you about the buildings that you are seeing. The town of the mills is truly beautiful. You can visit a mill inside! There is a museum of clogs and there is a very large cheese shop and many souvenirs. There are also super typical restaurants where you can eat. You won't have much time to eat but if you distribute the time well you can do it.
    10 Laura
  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the service starts
  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the service starts

Traditional wooden houses, clog factories and historic windmills: discover the emblematic Dutch windmill village of Zaanse Schans on this boat tour from Amsterdam

Traditional wooden houses, clog factories and historic windmills: discover the emblematic Dutch windmill village of Zaanse Schans on this boat tour from Amsterdam

Zaanse Schans Windmill Village Boat Tour

At midday, we'll meet at jetty of the former historic NDSM shipyard in Amsterdam. The boat will be waiting here to take us from the Dutch capital to the picturesque windmill village of Zaanse Schans.

We'll sail through Amsterdam's port area, the second largest in the Netherlands, before entering the Zaan River and sailing up past the town of Zaandam. During the cruise, we'll see the old warehouses and factories that show how important this waterway has been historically.

As we approach our destination, Zaanse Schans, you'll be able to catch a glimpse of the typical Dutch windmills for which the small village is famous. We'll dock in Zaanse Schans and you'll then have two hours of free time to explore the area.

Picturesque wooden houses, barns, traditional clog workshops and, of course, hundreds of emblematic windmills make Zaanse Schans an unforgettable sight. Exploring the village feels like visiting an open-air museum dedicated to the Netherlands' pre-industrial past.

At 4 pm, we'll meet back at the dock in Zaanse Schans to set off on our return trip to Amsterdam. The excursion will end at 6 pm back at the original departure pier.

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Duration

6 hours.

Included

Transport by boat.

When to book?

You can book up to the tour start time subject to availability. Book now to guarantee your spot.

Type of voucher

Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible. This must be indicated in the reservation. Accessible toilets.

Sustainability conditions

All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.

Sustainability Code

Our providers commit to:

  • Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
  • Reduce, reuse, recycle.
  • Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
  • Uphold fair employment standards.
  • Foster the growth of local communities.
  • Preserve the integrity of local culture.
  • Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
  • Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
  • Operate with honesty and transparency.
  • Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.

This particular activity contributes as follows:

  • Printed material is avoided.
  • Include water in recyclable cartons.
  • No single-use plastics are used.
  • The show represents local culture.
  • The activity helps the dissemination of local cultural heritage.
  • No printing of documentation required.
  • Promotes local employment.

Pets

Not permitted.

Frequently asked questions

  • Q - How to book?

    A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.

  • Q - Which local supplier will be providing the tour?

    A - Rederij Van Hulst Corporate name: Amsterdam Boat Cruises B.V. Registered Office: Steenbakkerstraat 1, Katwijk aan Zee, Netherlands Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): NL859452037B01 Contact information Email: nico@rederijvanhulst.nl Phone: 0031712501900 This supplier is commited to providing services in accordance with applicable European Union laws.

If you have any other questions please contact us.

Meeting point

Ms. van Riemsdijkweg, 45.

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