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Hollande Slide

Self drive river boat rentals from Vinkeveen in Hollande


 

This base located a few kilometers from Asmterdam, is the starting point for cruises on the Dutch channels one-week one-way ticket to Hindeloopen.

Lock keepers operate all locks and some lifting bridges. Lock/bridge fee between €1 and €7. Depends on area and different per bridge/lock.

Opening hours: Locks are closed for lunch around 12:00-13:00 and for tea around 16:30-17:30.

Public holidays: Locks are closed on some public holidays.

In Hindeloopen-Stavoren area locks/bridges are open: 1st April to 31st October: Daily. Before 1st April: Closed on Sunday.

In Vinkeveen area locks/bridges are open: 15th April to 15th October: Daily. 1st - 15th April & 15th - 31st October: open with an appointment, lock closed on Sunday.

In one week round trip from Hindeloopen, it will not be possible to go to Amsterdam. To visit Amsterdam, we advise you to moor at Weesp (then take the train) or to Six Haven, behind Amsterdam Central Station.

You will find many well-equipped ports and moorings along the canal.

 

  • Albert Heijn Vinkeveen, 4 km, Timetable: Monday-Saturday: 08:00 - 22:00 / Sunday: Closed

 

 

  • Fishing is allowed in the canal. A fishing license is required. You can get your fishing license from the tourist office (4 € per day, 15 € per week).

 

 

  • Car: From the North (Amsterdam): Follow the A2 motorway to the south. Take the exit number 4 Vinkeveen. Take the first exit at the roundabout. At the next intersection, turn right. After about 150 meters, you will find the Marina '' De Wilgenhoek on the left hand side.
  • Train: Abcoude: 8 km
  • Air: Schiphol Airport: 24 km

 


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