Depart from the old harbour in Volendam on your bike to explore multiple villages. Along the route you will see a beautiful windmill, lots of meadows, a countless number of cows and sheeps and you will cross the famous Dutch dikes. The one time you will be cruising on top of the dike, so you can see (and even dive into!) the lake, the ‘Gouwzee’. The other time you are riding meters below sea level along the dike to experience how the Dutch locals live behind the dikes.
From Volendam you can either choose or be advised which villages you would like to visit with your bike. Within one hour you can perfectly visit Edam, a almost 800 year old town north of Volendam. Edam is famous for its peaceful narrow alleys and small canals, the beautiful façades of the cozy houses and the unique small boutiques. Also Edam is known for its cheese market where visitors can both taste and purchase a various number of cheeses.
Also another town, which is called Monnickendam can be visited in only one hour of time. When walking or cruising around in the old center of Monnickendam it will feel like you went back in time. Along the streets you will see the beautiful houses made of light bronze bricks. Also the old harbour with its pretty ships and charming terraces is definitely worth a visit. An absolute highlight in Monnickendam is the beer brewery, where you can see where and how the beer is brewed, where you can taste the homemade sausages and enjoy the lovely terrace along the water.
When you have more time to spend it is highly advised to make a tour from Volendam to Monnickendam and from Monnickendam to the former island Marken. Marken is a stunning town with lovely bridges over the small canals and really nice wooden façades. As the island can only be reached by the 10 kilometer long dike, the small town is surrounded by water where it becomes really clear again how the Dutch are dealing with living below sealevel. From Marken it is possible to take the boat back to Volendam. The Volendam-Marken Express is departing each 30 minutes from Marken to Volendam and it is possible to bring your bike on the ship. After a 30 minutes cruise you will be back in Volendam where you can drive underneath the dike back to the rental company to bring back your bike.
Points of Interest
- Haven 45
- Bike rental included
- Map provided to navigate the area
- Meals & drinks
- Boat ticket
Safety is paramount! Prior to setting out on your adventure, we ensure that you’re equipped with the perfect vehicle, be it a bike or an electric one, tailored to your comfort. Should you require a helmet for your biking journey, just inform us and we’ll provide you one. Our knowledgeable team ensures that you are familiar with your vehicle’s operation and lets you have a test ride to guarantee your comfort and understanding of its functioning. We offer a range of routes which you can explore at your leisure. Simply scan the code and your chosen route will appear on Googlemaps. (Ensure your map settings are on bike mode instead of car for the routes.) Our service has been trusted by thousands and to this date, not a single person has been misplaced. If a guided tour is what you’re after, we can facilitate that as well. (Early requests for guide services are encouraged.)
- Check in 15 minutes before departure time
- When arriving later, the time will be deducted from the total driving time
- When returning your bike later then the agreed returning time, the time will be charged afterwards
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
