Can you come to Giethoorn by car?
Yes, you can come to Giethoorn by car. The next page describes in detail how you can get to Giethoorn.
Is Giethoorn a museum?
No, Giethoorn is not a museum. Very many (foreign) people do think so, though. About 2600 people live in Giethoorn.
Where is Giethoorn?
Giethoorn is in the Kop van Overijssel, in the Weerribben-Wieden area. Giethoorn is 10 minutes by car from Steenwijk and 30 minutes by car from Zwolle. You can find out here how to get to Giethoorn.
May I walk through the garden of a house?
No, it is not allowed to walk through the garden of a house or farm. People live in the houses and farms you see. And be honest: would you like it if someone walked through your garden uninvited?
Can I only come to Giethoorn to go boating?
Besides boating there are plenty of activities to do in Giethoorn. There are also many restaurants and museums, and you can go on walks and bike rides or cruise around the area on an e-chopper. Giethoorn has something for everyone.
What time does Giethoorn open?
Giethoorn is open 24/7, 365 days a year. It is a village, not a museum. You are welcome to visit Holland’s Venice.
Is Giethoorn open today?
Giethoorn is open every day. After all, it is not a museum but simply a village where residents live.
Does Giethoorn have an address?
Anyone who thinks Giethoorn is a museum will be disappointed. People simply live in Giethoorn. So there is no specific address to enter in your satnav. If you need an address, you can enter ‘Beulakerweg’ in your satnav. The Beulakerweg is a road that runs through Giethoorn.
Can I also charge my car if I have hired a boat?
There are several places in Giethoorn where you can charge your car. You can find more information about this in the full article.
Boat rental in Giethoorn / hiring a boat in Giethoorn
In Giethoorn you can hire a boat on the spot at several places. That can work out fine, but you may also be fishing in the proverbial pond and find that there is no boat to hire. Only a certain number of boats are available each day. Many tourists come to Giethoorn every day. Through our booking system you can reserve your boat well in advance. You can do this via this link. It is good to know that with us you pay the same price as when you hire a boat from one of the boat hirers.
Do you have to pay an entrance fee to enter Giethoorn?
You do not have to pay an entrance fee to enter Giethoorn. Some museums are also free to visit. Do you have your own boat? That is perfectly fine; you sail your boat on one of the lakes. When you want to do an activity, there are often costs involved, and the same goes if you want to hire a boat or want to eat or drink somewhere.
May I swim when I hire a boat?
Yes, you may. On a nice day a dip in one of the lakes is lovely. In most places you can stand. So do not forget to bring your bikini or swimming trunks when you visit Giethoorn. Please note: because it is so shallow in most places, diving from the boat is not always pleasant.
What do I need if I go swimming in Giethoorn?
First of all, of course, your swimming trunks or bikini. On a nice day it is also wise to bring sun cream, sunglasses, a towel or an umbrella. It is also advisable to wear water shoes when you go swimming in Giethoorn. Unfortunately it sometimes happens that a joker throws something overboard instead of putting it in the bin (think of a can of beer, a glass or something else). It would be a huge letdown if, after a lovely day in Giethoorn, you ended up in A&E with a cut on your foot.
And oh yes, do not forget your good mood either. You are on a day out, after all, so you are allowed to enjoy it!
