Things to do in Giethoorn Canals
Boats are the only way you can visit the fairytale town of Giethoorn! With absolutely no roads, get ready to soak up the peace and quiet of the canals as you travel around the city.
Giethoorn is located in the province of Overijssel, at the center of a canal system that’s made up of 90km canal routes to explore! Why not rent a canoe or motorboat yourselves to glide along the water. You’ll get to see how the canals link cozy thatched houses with pristine gardens, eateries, hotels, and even three canal-side museums in the town center.
Pass under some of the 180 wooden bridges that connect the areas of the town, perfect for pedestrians and cyclists to get about. Get a glimpse of how the locals live too. Can you imagine only being able to access your home by boat? How does mail arrive! Yes, you guessed it - the post is also delivered by boat!
Immerse yourselves in the waterside nature and step into a simpler way of life and dreamy tranquility.
Our recommendations in Giethoorn Canals
Giethoorn day trip from Amsterdam
Visit the unforgettable village of Giethoorn where people live by canals with no cars.
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Highlights Canal Cruise and Self Guided Sightseeing Tour in Giethoorn
Enjoy a cosy, heated boat ride in Giethoorn with adjustable windows and an experienced skipper-guide sharing Giethoorn's secrets for a thorough discovery.
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Giethoorn Guided Tour with Cruise and Cheese Platter from Amsterdam
Discover the enchanting Venice of the Netherlands in Giethoorn! Cruise scenic canals, explore charming cottages, and savor a cheese platter on this unforgettable adventure.
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Giethoorn day trip from Amsterdam
Visit the unforgettable village of Giethoorn where people live by canals with no cars.
en, es, de
Highlights Canal Cruise and Self Guided Sightseeing Tour in Giethoorn
Enjoy a cosy, heated boat ride in Giethoorn with adjustable windows and an experienced skipper-guide sharing Giethoorn's secrets for a thorough discovery.
en, de, nl
Giethoorn Guided Tour with Cruise and Cheese Platter from Amsterdam
Discover the enchanting Venice of the Netherlands in Giethoorn! Cruise scenic canals, explore charming cottages, and savor a cheese platter on this unforgettable adventure.
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How to get there
Giethoorn Canals
Giethoorn
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Reviews Giethoorn Canals
“The trip was very good. We had plenty of time at both stops.it was very enjoyable. One area that could be addressed is to have specific booked seats. It doesn't matter to me however one couple got back on after the second stop and had a strop until they got the same seats.”
“Fue un día frío pero eso no se puede preveer siempre. La ruta fue bella, Guiethoorn encantadora. Quizás Adrián nuestro guía sería más enérgico y diría mejor los horarios de encuentro. Así no nos perdemos en algunas actividades”
“Fantastic day, Guide extremely informative. Whole process very easy, if I had one suggestion it would be slightly clearer instructions on finding the meeting point at the central station as it is so big it's easy to get confused. Beautiful place and so relaxing”
“The Giethoorn tour was one of the best tour I have joined. Ian, the tour guide is friendly. Over all the trip is excellent and enjoyable.”
