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Giethoorn

A village built around waterways left behind by peat digging, with no road through its center; movement between the houses is by canal and footbridge. Known as the Venice of the North, it is toured in quiet electric boats and can be visited on a day trip from Amsterdam.

NetherlandsSuggested stay: 1 day
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Giethoorn · Netherlands
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  • Canal boat tour
  • Thatched-roof village houses
  • Museum Giethoorn 't Olde Maat Uus
  • Weerribben-Wieden National Park

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Before you go · Giethoorn

  • Everyday etiquette
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