Whichever route you choose, you always sail part of it across the lake, which gives variety and views.
Village route: through one of the historic centres
This route takes you through one of Giethoorn’s characteristic village centres. You sail under wooden bridges, past houses, gardens and glimpses between them. That way you see the character of Giethoorn and step back in time for a moment.
Nature route: towards reed beds and peat landscape
Are you looking for peace, nature and wide views? Then choose the nature route. You sail past extensive reed fields, quiet waterways and centuries-old peat ponds. Along the way you may come across a heron or even a kingfisher. This route gives you a glimpse of the landscape of Weerribben-Wieden National Park.
Round trip of Giethoorn: both centres and the whole village
Do you want to see everything of Giethoorn? Then this is the route. You sail through both village centres, admire the whole village from the water and cross the lake on the way. This trip shows how varied Giethoorn is.
Sailing at your own pace, with help from the rental company
Are you booking a boat in Giethoorn? Then you receive a clear map from the rental company with all the boating routes and sights. You are not obliged to follow a fixed route; you can simply go your own way. The rental company gives a clear explanation beforehand and points out the attractive spots, handy through-routes and pleasant variety between village and nature.
Because Giethoorn is a popular destination, it can be busier on the water at certain times and places. The rental company can therefore also advise you on which routes are quieter or where you can expect more crowds. That way you can seek out the quiet stretches if you prefer.
The starting point: where do you set off?
It does not matter where you rent your boat in Giethoorn: from any point you can sail all the routes. After booking your boat you receive the exact boarding point by email, so you know exactly where to be. From there you can explore the village and the nature in complete freedom.
Want to rent a boat straight away? You can arrange that easily through our booking page: Book your boat here
