About
A taste of dutch history! see cheese traded in a centuries-old tradition.
Why go
- Experience centuries-old dutch tradition
- Full cultural spectacle
- Perfect for cheese lovers
Must try
- Cheese stick fondue
- Taste and buy a wide variety of cheeses
- Buy cheese for around €15 with stroopwafels
Pro tips
- Market opens at 10:00 am, arrive by 9:30 for a good spot
- Head to the second floor of the Dutch Cheese Museum for the best view
- Alkmaar is 40 minutes by train from amsterdam
- Evening markets: tuesdays 7 jul – 25 aug 2026, 19:00–21:00
Good to know
- Market held every friday from april to september
- Market held 10am-12pm
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Rating
4.6 / 5 (90 reviews)