Giethoorn tips

9 Giethoorn tips from locals

#TIP 1

#Tip 2

  • Normally the tourists come at 11.00 A.M and leave at 18.00 P.M.
  • Just try to come earlier than 11.00 A.M or later then 18.00 P.M to avoid crowds.
Giethoorn Travel hacks

#Tip 3

  • Book a local private tour guide.
  • With a private captain you will not end up in the hustle and bustle.
  • So, that you can fully enjoy Giethoorn. Even in the high season.

#Tip 4

  • Canal cruises costs normal EU7.50 per person for one hour.
  • Rent a boat for Eu15,00 per boat for one hour (8-max) per boat.
rent a boat in giethoorn

#Tip 5

  • When you are in Giethoorn village and it is to crowded.
  • Google {Dwarsgracht} looks like Giethoorn without Tourists. {10 minutes drive}

#Tip 6

  • Do you not want to get stuck in the center of Giethoorn with your boat.
  • Avoid this center with an alternative route.
  • Ask you boat landlord for the route.
Giethoorn Tips

#Tip 7

  • Weekdays in Giethoorn are normally less crowded than the weekends in Giethoorn.
  • So, plan your visit to Giethoorn during weekdays if you don't like big crowds

#Tip 8

  • The high season is the period in Giethoorn with the highest visitor numbers.
  • The high season in Giethoorn is from April till Oktober with a peak during the Dutch holidays and weekends.
  • Be warned!
Relaxing in Giethoorn
#Tip 9
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