Places of interest

Edam - Spui, Keizersgracht and Speeltoren

(photo: Wil Tjoa)

Edam

In Edam the beautiful old town centre reflects the wealth of the past. Stroll through the town from one place to another and go to:

• the Edam museum
• the cheesemarket in summer
• the authentic cheese warehouse where you can taste Edam cheese
• the vast Grote Kerk, dating back from the 15th century
• the Almshouses

Volendam

Famous for its traditional costume and, from an international point of view, displays typical Dutch traditions at their best. It is very popular for its music and sports and its historical fishing port. Enjoy the Volendam hospitality and visit:

Volendam - Botters in action at sea near Volendam

(photo: Piet Oud)

• the Volendam museum
• the shops on the Volendam dike
• the vast collection of paintings in the famous Spaander Hotel
• the authentic old Maze
• the Smit Bokkum smoke-house where eels are still smoked to this day

More information is available from the Tourist Information offices located in Edam and Volendam.
Their web sites can be found at VVV Edam and VVV Volendam.