Canal cruise in Giethoorn

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4.5
(1.3k reviews)
No boating licence required
Free parking
Waterside terrace
Boot in het water met brug en huis

A canal cruise with Smit

Step aboard one of our canal cruise boats and experience Giethoorn in a relaxed and easy-going way. Perfect for larger groups and for anyone who does not want to steer a boat themselves.

Suitable for large groups

Daily cruises from 11:30 to 12:30 and from 14:30 to 15:30

Option to make stops along the way, for example at a museum

Coffee and tea on board

Easy to combine with another activity or package.

Option to reserve a table before or after your cruise for a delicious lunch or dinner in our restaurant or on our terrace.

From € 12.50 per person

Boat hire in Giethoorn

In a covered canal cruise boat, you will enjoy a beautiful trip through the old village of Giethoorn and across the lake. Along the way, you will pass charming farmhouses, countless bridges, footbridges and many local sights. In consultation, it is possible to make a stop at a museum during the trip. Our experienced skippers all hold a boating licence and can tell you all about the history and present-day life of our beautiful village.

What our customers say

4.5
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Pleasant atmosphere, great food, cosy setting and friendly service.
Alex Andre Petter
Well organised, food was good and the service was of high standard.
Lourens Fick
Good service, with clear instructions on how to steer the boat and which route to take. It was a lovely day exploring the Venice of the Netherlands.
Pierre Sturmer
Wow very nice place, peace relax boating and good food.
Sandeep Rana
Come here for lunch after taking the boat. Mushroom soup and pork chop are both pretty good overall. The dining environment is also very comfortable.
Dabbie
Friendly and helpful staff, and the boat looked clean and well maintained. The route is beautiful! We did the trip with two young children, and the 2-hour route was perfect for their age. We will definitely come back for the longer route.
Laura Arbeider Smits