Zaanse Schans Windmill Village Tour from Amsterdam Central Station
Zaanse Schans Windmill Village Tour from Amsterdam Central Station
Windmill Village Zaanse Schans from Amsterdam Central Station
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Step back in time and discover the traditional charm of the Zaanse Schans Windmill Village on this guided walking tour from Amsterdam. Accompanied by a certified local guide, explore this open-air museum filled with historic wooden houses, windmills, and workshops that showcase the Netherlands’ rich cultural heritage. The journey begins with a short, scenic train ride from Amsterdam Central Station to Zaandijk-Zaanse Schans.
Once there, you’ll stroll along cobbled paths, visit the famous Catharina Hoeve Cheese Farm, watch a live clog-making demonstration, and admire the iconic windmills that line the river. With plenty of time for photos, tasting Dutch cheese, and browsing local shops, this half-day trip offers an authentic and enriching Dutch countryside experience just outside Amsterdam.
- Guided Walking Tour: Explore Zaanse Schans with a certified local guide sharing fascinating insights and stories.
- Traditional Windmills: Admire and photograph the famous working mills of the Zaan region.
- Cheese Farm Visit: Taste delicious Dutch cheeses and learn about traditional cheese-making at Catharina Hoeve.
- Clog Workshop: Watch a live clog-making demonstration and see how wooden shoes are crafted.
- Convenient Transport: Includes round-trip train tickets from Amsterdam Central Station to Zaandijk-Zaanse Schans.
Itinerary
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Amsterdam Central Station
Meeting PointTrain Ticket IncludedMeet your guide at the main entrance of Amsterdam Central Station and board the train to Zaandijk-Zaanse Schans.Train Journey to Zaandijk-Zaanse Schans(Pass by)
15–20 minsTrain Ride IncludedEnjoy a short scenic train ride from Amsterdam to the charming countryside village.Zaanse Schans Village
2 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedWalk through the picturesque windmill village, passing historic houses, the Albert Heijn museum shop, and scenic bridges.Catharina Hoeve Cheese Farm
20 minsAdmission Ticket FreeLearn how Dutch cheese is made, taste local varieties, and shop for traditional cheeses.Molen De Kat (Optional Visit)
30 minsAdmission Ticket Not IncludedOption to visit one of the traditional working windmills for panoramic views of the Zaan region.Clog Workshop (Kraaienest 4)
20 minsAdmission Ticket FreeWatch a live demonstration of clog-making and browse the small museum and shop.Return to Zaandijk-Zaanse Schans Station(Pass by)
Train Ticket IncludedYour guide will accompany you back to the train station and explain how to return to Amsterdam Central Station.- NoteEntrance fees to individual windmills are not included and can be purchased on-site.
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Additional information
- Meeting Point: Main entrance, Amsterdam Central Station, Stationsplein, 1012 AB Amsterdam, Netherlands.
- End Point: Zaandijk-Zaanse Schans Station, 1541 LZ Koog aan de Zaan, Netherlands.
- Your guide will accompany you back to the station and provide instructions for returning to Amsterdam by train.
- Entrance fees to individual windmills are not included and can be paid on-site.
- Tour involves walking; comfortable footwear is recommended.
- Small-group experience with a maximum of 15 travelers.
- Adult: Ages 18–80
- Child: Ages 4–17
- Infant: Ages 0–3 (free)
- Children aged 4–17 require a child ticket.
- Infants aged 0–3 can join for free but must be accompanied by a paying adult.
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Camera
- Water bottle
- Not wheelchair accessible.
- Stroller accessible.
- Service animals allowed.
- Near public transportation.
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking.
- Manual confirmation may apply for group bookings.
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of the experience.
- No refunds for cancellations made less than 24 hours in advance.
- Show your mobile voucher to your guide at the meeting point.
- Voucher valid only for the selected date and time.
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Provider
DT-Travel
NZD 132
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