Giethoorn, the Netherlands, “Small Venice of the North”

July 26, 2012 tote 11 Comments

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Giethoorn, also known as “the Venice of Holland” or the “Venice of the North”, is a beautiful village in the Netherlands. There are no cars or roads here; tourists leave them out of the village and have to travel by water or on foot over the lovely wooden bridges.

Located in the Dutch province of Overijssel. Giethoorn village is surrounded by a vast natural reservation entitled De Wieden, often included in tourist brochures. The travelers who adventure here are usually mesmerized by the familiar atmosphere, bohemian canals, small wooden bridges, vivid flowers and colorful 200 year old homes.

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Facts:

Population: around 2620 inhabitants;
No roads available- just well marked paths, access by boat or by foot;
The tourism industry is developed: guided tours, accommodation available, museums, many city attractions;
Boat rental is also possible;
More info:
- Giethoorn information office: info@zwaantje.nl
- How to get there: Information on this page.
- A bit of local History and culture here
Bikes are also available for rent. More information on the costs and routes here.

Giethoorn is located in the North West of the province Overijssel in the middle of the nature reserve De Wieden, in an area called Waterreijk:

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Even though Giethoorn remains a location pour les connaisseurs, the village became famous after the Dutch film maker Bert Haanstra copleted his famous comedy “Fanfare” here:

11 Responses to Giethoorn, the Netherlands, “Small Venice of the North”

ioan says:

May 21, 2010 at 4:23 am

Do they alow bikes? I mean bicycles of course… it would make it so easy to go around and see everything…
Lavinia says:

May 21, 2010 at 6:51 am

Yep. Bikes are available for renting. Boats also.
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June 18, 2010 at 7:52 am

What a great resource!
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Andra says:

April 19, 2012 at 12:08 am

Superb!
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majid says:

September 19, 2012 at 7:13 am

fascinating
Kingu says:

May 1, 2013 at 5:20 pm

How do i go visit this place from Utrecht or Amsterdam? Is there any stations nearby Giethoorn ??
admin says:

May 7, 2013 at 5:06 pm

You will find all the information you need here: http://www.zwaantje.nl/uk.giethoorn.html

Have a great time!:)