Laag Holland is a unique piece of Holland. This picturesque, versatile area including De Zaanse Schans is part of the province of North Holland. In many places it seems as if time stood still. Cycle through beautiful places like Monnickendam, Volendam, Edam, Purmerend and Waterland.

Experience the typical Dutch landscape with this cycle combination in historic North Holland. Visit the mills at de Zaansche Schans and discover everything about Old Dutch crafts. In the authentic fishing village of Volendam, the dike and the adjoining harbour are the main tourist attractions.

During this cycle holiday, you will cycle from one hotel to the other. During this trip you will become acquainted with various historic villages in North Holland. You will cycle through Edam and Monnickendam and of course through the famous Zaanse Schans. In Volendam, you can make a round trip and of course enjoy a delicious fish. Along the quay you will find several fish restaurants.

Parking

Volendam offers a couple of free parking places:

- Car park Marinapark, Pieterman 10
- Amvo car park, Zeestraat 37
- Car park Art Historical Center, Parallelweg behind Het Noordeinde 68
- Car park Haven, Slobbeland 2

Accommodations

Hotel Old Dutch *** | Volendam

This hotel is located directly on the harbour. It offers a magnificent view of the former Zuyder Zee. The hotel has 32 spacious, stylishly furnished rooms. At restaurant Le Pompadour you can enjoy a delicious meal or a drink. During your stay in Hotel Old Dutch, you can explore the surroundings of Volendam. In the immediate vicinity of Volendam, there are several nice villages located on the Ijsselmeer, such as Edam, Monnickendam and Marken. You can also visit the cheese market in Alkmaar, which takes places from April to September. The hotel offers free parking places.

Hotel Spaander ***
This historic hotel is located at the Markermeer in the fishing village Volendam. In this hotel you can enjoy a continental breakfast, delicious dinner or an extensive high tea with view of the Markermeer. Hotel Spaander has an indoor pool, a Turkish steam bath and a sauna. The hotel offers free WiFi. The modern hotel rooms have a TV, telephone and a bathroom with shower.

Best Western Zaan Inn ***
This modern hotel is centrally located, next to the railway station in Zaandam. The hotel offers the 22 Kitchen & Bar restaurant, a cosy hotel bar and a mini market. The hotel also offers free WiFi. The spacious hotel rooms have a Flatscreen TV, refrigerator, safe, free coffee- and tea facilities and a private bathroom.

Boutique Hotel Zaan | Zaandijk
Boutique Hotel Zaan is a beautiful and historic Boutique Hotel located on the river Zaan, in the heart of Zaandijk. In Zaandam you can enjoy a beautiful old Dutch setting. Cross the water and visit the famous Zaans Museum. Visit Zaandijk and enjoy the beautiful shops and the tranquillity between the monumental houses. After a long day, you return full of experiences and take a seat on our terrace with a priceless view of the Zaan. The hotel offers free parking places.