Step on board a boat at the Zaanse Schans and enjoy a unique view of the world-famous windmills as you cruise down the River Zaan.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Valid 365 days
- Instant confirmation
- Host or greeter
- English
- Audio guide/headphones
- English, Dutch, French, Italian, Japanese, Korean, German, Chinese, Spanish, Russian
Experience
Highlights
- Admire panoramic views of the iconic Dutch windmills
- Learn more about Dutch history and its most important figures
- Unearth the secrets of the windmills and their function
- Discover how a windmill works inside the Het Jonge Schaap
Full description
Embark on a journey of discovery of The Netherlands' history and its heroic figures as you cruise past the iconic Zaanse Schans windmills in a river boat which allows for optimal viewing of these beautifully-designed wooden mills.
Stop at the most popular of the eight windmills, Het Jonge Schaap, where you will have the opportunity to see what a working windmill looks like from the inside.
Unearth the secrets behind the mills as well as the Dutch Golden Age heroes with the help of your complimentary audio-guide. You will also learn about the mills' former functions and their current role in the region's economy and society. Finally, admire the beauty of the opposite side of the riverbank, with its iconic green wooden houses and picturesque gardens.
Includes
- Headset with audioguide
- Food and drinks
- Live-guide
- Snacks and drinks
- Entrance to the windmills
Not suitable for
- Wheelchair users
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Date
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Meeting point
Departure from the 'De Huisman' windmill
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What to bring
- Camera
Not allowed
- Pets (assistance dogs allowed)
Know before you go
- This tour is not recommended for wheelchair users.
- You will have the opportunity to visit one of the windmills during the tour. Tickets may be purchased on board.
- The Zaanse Schans is easily accessible by train or bus from Amsterdam.
