Volendam Marken Express - Single Ticket
Cruise the Gouwzee to explore the two famous old-Holland fishing villages of Volendam and Marken
Highlights
- Sail along the Gouwzee between Volendam and Marken
- Enjoy the beautiful views
- Discover Holland's most famous fishing villages
What's included
- Volendam Marken Express boat ticket
- Audio guide
- Personal expenses
Additional Information
Departure times
First boat departs from Volendam at 10.30 hrs en last return from Marken is at 19.15 hrs. The boats depart with a frequency of every 45 minutes.
Ticket information
You will receive your tickets directly in your mailbox.
Tickets cannot be cancelled.
Children
The boat trip is free for children up to 3 years old.
Children aged 4-11 pay the special child rate
More information
If you have questions about your trip, contact [email protected] or call +31(0)299363331
Accessibility
Wheelchair friendly
Free access to bathroom
With audio description
Overview
From and to Volendam and Marken for 100 years
A visit to Volendam or Marken should include a trip across the water. The Volendam Marken Express has been sailing back and forth between the two villages for almost 100 years. It departs every day, in all types of weather. In the 30-minute trip you will enjoy the beautiful views of the Gouwzee, the IJsselmeer, the boats and authentic harbours. The comfortable boats make this experience unforgettable. Explore two unique villages and relax on your way there.
Volendam and Marken are known worldwide as the most unique Dutch villages. During the crossing, you will learn about these places and what makes them special. You can not skip these icons when you are in the Netherlands!
Enjoy the crossing
Learn about Holland's most famous fishing villages, during the cruise the audio guide tells you what makes them so special. You will be surprised how different Marken and Volendam are. The houses, culture, harbours and even religion. Marken is a Protestant island while Volendam is traditionally Catholic.
You can tell that Marken used to be an island by the relaxed mood in this village. Explore the wooden houses built on stilts. Built this way to keep the houses dry during the floods that regularly occurred.
Volendam is known for smoked eel and its music. Therefor music from Volendam music is called 'Palingsound'. Loved throughout the Netherlands! Even the language is different in Volendam, as the inhabitants speak Volendams and not Dutch.
Order your tickets online
Discover these special places and travel with the Volendam Marken Express. Book your tickets online, so you can get on board faster! In Volendam, make your typically Dutch day complete with a visit to the Cheese Factory, Woltjes Backerij and Fotograaf Volendam.
Cancellation policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
