About
A fairytale village with canals instead of roads, pure magic.
Why go
- Feels like stepping into a storybook
- Peaceful escape from the city
- Feels like a fairytale
Must try
- Rent a boat and explore the canals
- Take a boat trip
- Explore by boat
- Boat tour
- Walk or bike the village
Pro tips
- Go early in the morning to avoid crowds
- Take the train from amsterdam centraal to steenwijk
- Take bus 70 to giethoorn
- Rent a whisper boat
- Visit in spring or autumn for a quieter experience
Good to know
- Can get quite busy
- Avoid peak hours to escape the crowds
- Be respectful towards locals
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