20 October 20264 min read
Zaanse Schans by boat: visiting the windmills from the water
Why the boat is the best way to see Zaanse Schans — and how to combine it with a walk.
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Tips, stories and inspiration about boating at Zaanse Schans.
15 October 20264 min read
Zaanse Schans with kids: tips for a great family day out
Windmills, clogs, pancakes and a short boat trip: a day the kids will talk about for ages.
Read more8 October 20263 min read
Pancakes and a boat tour in Zaandijk: the perfect combination
First a Dutch pancake on the Zaan, then on board. All in one place at Boutique Hotel Zaandijk.
Read more30 September 20264 min read
Company outing at Zaanse Schans: take your team on the water
A private cruise for up to 80 people, with a bar on board and the windmills as a backdrop. Ideal for team outings and client events.
Read more18 June 20265 min read
Zaanse Schans boat tour: the complete guide to sailing past the windmills
Everything about the 30 minute boat tour on the Zaan — what you see, when to sail and how to board.
Read more2 June 20264 min read
The windmills of Zaanse Schans: what you see from the water
Paint mill, oil mill, sawmill — every windmill has a story. Here's how to recognise them from the sloop.
Read more14 May 20265 min read
Planning a day at Zaanse Schans: boat tour, windmills and the quiet spots
From arriving early to the last cruise: how to make the most of a day at Zaanse Schans.
Read more22 April 20264 min read
Sailing the Zaan: the history of a working river
From timber and whaling to cocoa: the Zaan brought the region its wealth. What's still visible today.
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