Top North Holland Coffee Cruises

Step aboard a comfortable covered boat and discover the enchanting waterways of Giethoorn with an experienced local skipper. Enjoy fascinating stories and authentic insights while sailing past charming 18th- and 19th-century thatched-roof farmhouses, colorful gardens and picturesque wooden bridges. Glide through narrow canals where boats replace cars and discover why Giethoorn is known as the “Dutch Venice.” With over 170 bridges, every turn offers a postcard-perfect view. The cruise continues onto the beautiful Bovenwijde Lake, surrounded by peaceful nature and breathtaking scenery. Along the way, you’ll see cozy waterside cafés and traditional restaurants. Enjoy a coffee or tea with a delicious Dutch stroopwafel during your cruise, and complete your Giethoorn experience with a relaxed lunch or dinner at De Rietstulp.