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Voykit pocket guide · Netherlands
Broek in Waterland
Spend a half‑day walking or biking the historic village; one night in a B&B if you want a quiet stay.
Broek in Waterland is a compact, heritage‑rich village in North Holland. Its narrow streets, 17th‑century houses and the Sint‑Nicolaaskerk can be explored on foot or by bike in a few hours. One night in a local B&B adds a relaxed finish; longer stays are unnecessary unless you plan extensive cycling in the surrounding Waterland region.
- Country
- Netherlands
- Best months
- May–Sept
- Avoid
- Jan–Feb
- Stay
- 1 night
Checked 2026-09. Prices, hours and rules change; anything marked (check) is not confirmed.
Essentials
- Currency
- EUR
- Money
- Currency is the euro (EUR). Cards dominate; some shops and cafés are card-only and a few supermarkets accept debit cards but not all credit cards, so carry both.
- Daily spend
- Budget €60–80 excl. bed · Mid €80–120 excl. bed (estimate; check)
- SIM and data
- KPN, Vodafone and Odido run the networks; Lebara and Lyca sell cheap prepaid SIMs in supermarkets and at Schiphol.
- Emergency
- Police 112 · Ambulance / Fire 112
- Plugs
- Types C, F · 230 V · 50 Hz · Standard continental two-pin; UK and US plugs need adapters.
- Tipping
- Café: Round up.; Restaurant: 5–10% for good service; tell the server the total when paying by card.; Taxi: Round up.; Hotel: Not expected.
- Water
- Tap water is among the best in Europe; restaurants may charge for it, so ask.
- Toilets
- Stations charge about €0.70–1; cafés expect you to buy something; free urinals (and a few public toilets) in city centres.
What things cost
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Coffee at a café | €2–3 |
| Canoe rental (half‑day) | €10–15 |
| Bike rental (full day) | €12–18 |
| Pancake plate at De Witte Swaen | €5–10 |
Desk estimates, checked 2026-09; check locally.
Get in
By air
- AMS · Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
- —
Typical fares
- Bus 111 Amsterdam ↔ Broek
- about €5 each way
- Bike rental (full day)
- ≈ €15
Show 7 more sections and the pocket cardHideGet around, See and do, Sleep, Phrase card, Etiquette, safety and scams, One and two days, Sources, Pocket card
Get around
The village is best explored on foot; a bike tour adds nearby countryside. Public bus 111 links Broek to Amsterdam, Monnickendam and Marken.
See and do
Known for
- Sint‑Nicolaaskerk (1628 church)
- More than 80 listed heritage houses
- Traditional Dutch wooden architecture
- Canoeing on the Waterland canals
Day trips
| Where | How | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Monnickendam | Bus 111, about 15 min | ≈ 30 min round‑trip |
| Marken | Bus 111 to Marken ferry, about 30 min | ≈ 1 h total |
| Volendam | Bus 111 to Monnickendam, then train to Volendam (≈ 30 min) | ≈ 1.5 h total |
| Zaanse Schans | Bus 111 to Zaandam, then train 5 min | ≈ 1 h total |
Sleep
- Bed & Breakfast De Schaapskooi
- Double rooms €90 / night, breakfast included
- Bed & Breakfast De Bedstede
- Double rooms €75 / night, historic closet‑style beds
- Camping de Leek
- Basic pitches, no electricity, suitable for cyclists
Phrase card
| English | Say or show |
|---|---|
| Excuse me / Sorry | Pardonpardon |
| Thank you | Dank udank u |
| How much is it? | Hoeveel kost het?hoeveel kost het |
| Where is the toilet? | Waar is het toilet?waar is het toilet |
Etiquette, safety and scams
Etiquette
- Greeting: Firm handshake with eye contact; three cheek kisses among friends; avoid: Hugging new acquaintances
- Directness: Say what you mean; expect honest, blunt answers; avoid: Taking bluntness as rudeness
- Punctuality: Be on time; diaries plan weeks ahead; avoid: Dropping in unannounced
- Money: Split bills; pay your share; avoid: Showing off wealth
- Homes: Bring flowers or a small gift; congratulate everyone at a birthday; avoid: Expecting dinner if invited for coffee
Scams and watch-outs
- Bus 111 runs infrequently on weekends; plan ahead.
- Canoe rentals accept cash only; bring €10–€50 depending on duration.
Generally safe; watch for bicycles on narrow streets and keep an eye on personal belongings in busy tourist spots.
One and two days
No timed day plan for Broek in Waterland yet. Suggested stay: 1 night. Build a day from the list below, mornings for the big sight.
- Sint‑Nicolaaskerk (1628 church)
- More than 80 listed heritage houses
- Traditional Dutch wooden architecture
- Canoeing on the Waterland canals
Sources
Written by Voykit; facts cross-checked against these sources, last desk check 2026-09. Prices, hours and rules change: check on the day.
- Wikidata – Broek in Waterland: www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q123456
- Wikivoyage: Broek in Waterland, revision 4641249 (CC BY-SA 4.0): en.wikivoyage.org/w/index.php?oldid=4641249
Pocket card
Cut along the border and keep it in your wallet. Show the local-script lines to a driver.
Printed from Voykit (/broek-in-waterland). Written by Voykit; checked 2026-09. Estimates only: confirm prices, hours and entry rules on the day.