Around Broek in Waterland
Wagengouw 66, Broek in Waterland, Nederland
Broek in Waterland is a quiet village of barely 2,500 inhabitants that once rivalled Amsterdam itself. Its winding streets are lined with wooden houses around the Havenrak, a small harbour lake, and the village still feels much as it did in the 17th and 18th century. There is plenty to do from here. Monnickendam, founded by monks in the 13th century, sits ten minutes away on the Markermeer. Volendam and Marken make a natural pair: Volendam with its colourful harbour and traditional costume, Marken a former island with 140 monumental buildings. The Marken Express ferry has been sailing between them for nearly a century. And Amsterdam is a quarter of an hour away.
Getting around
The bus stop with connections to Amsterdam, Volendam, Marken and Monnickendam is a 500 metre walk away. Two bicycles are ready for you and the cycle paths start at the door. Parking is free on the driveway, with one space available.
Towns and villages near us
Amsterdam15 min
Monnickendam10 min
Volendam30 min
Marken15 min
Our recommendations in and around Broek in Waterland
Interesting places
Volgermeerpolder
2 min
A nature reserve two minutes from the guesthouse. Good for a walk or a short bike ride.
Klompen- en kaasmakerij
20 min
Zuiderzee / IJsselmeer
15 min
Napoleonpaviljoen
5 min
Havenrak
5 min
The small harbour lake the village is built around, lined with wooden houses.
Broek in Waterland
Eetcafé De Drie Noten
Broek in Waterland
A cosy eatery with room for 36 guests, a daily changing menu and an extensive wine list. Every guest is welcomed personally by the host.
De Witte Swaen
Broek in Waterland
A family-friendly restaurant with around 60 pancakes, à la carte meat and fish dishes, Swiss cheese fondue and fresh salads, in a cosy old Dutch living room atmosphere.
Het Broeker Huis
Broek in Waterland
A gathering place in the monumental heart of Broek in Waterland since 1775: restaurant, wedding venue and meeting space. A short walk from the guesthouse.
Wals Schokker
Broek in Waterland
The village shop for years, stocking both conventional and organic products, and doubling as a post office collection point.
Monnickendam
Zuid Delicatessen
Monnickendam
A proper deli in a 16th-century building near the harbour in Monnickendam. More than 90 Dutch and international cheeses, freshly baked baguettes, dried sausages, wines, tapenades, Spanish hams, artisan pasta and plenty of local produce.
Stadscafé De Dam
Monnickendam
Right in the heart of Monnickendam, good for coffee and cake, a fresh lunch made with local ingredients, or a drink from the evening menu. During the day you are welcome to sit and work with your laptop.
Los Del Puerto
Monnickendam
A characterful tapas bar and restaurant by the harbour, with Spanish dishes and Uruguayan specialities, run by the Urruzmendi family. Booking ahead is recommended.
Volendam & Marken
Restaurant Van Den Hogen
Volendam
A real family business in Volendam, known for local specialities such as stewed eel, with a panoramic view over the IJsselmeer.
Rent & Event
Volendam
At the historic harbour of Volendam, this is where you hire bikes, e-choppers and e-scooters, with ready-made routes through the Waterland countryside.
Land en Zeezicht
Marken
On the harbour at Marken, a family business since 1935. Views over the water, open for coffee, lunch and dinner.
Klompenmakerij Marken
Marken
The only clog factory in the world still powered by steam, using a machine from 1913. The clog-making machines date back to 1906.
Also worth knowing
Bushalte Broek in Waterland
500 m
A 500 metre walk. Connections to Amsterdam, Volendam, Marken and Monnickendam.
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