Top 10 things to do in Old Holland
Have a quintessentially Dutch experience in Old Holland, a collection of quaint towns and villages where time has seemingly stood still; all just a 30...
Old Holland towns such as Volendam, Zaandam and Alkmaar hark back to times of more honest crafts, showcasing the traditional skills the region was famous for: shipbuilding, fishing and cheese making. Alongside such classic industries, you can also experience the heritage of the Dutch industrial revolution – a time when smoking chimney stacks and spinning sails enabled the mass production of goods in the Netherlands. Discover Old Holland's best sights, towns, villages and hidden gems, and how to plan your trip to the region from Amsterdam.
- Just 30 minutes from Amsterdam Central Station
Experience traditional Dutch culture and see windmills, cheese markets and green landscapes
Highlights: Zaanse Schans, Volendam and Marken
Old Holland destinations
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