Guidebook for Santpoort-Zuid
Sightseeing
he Zaanse Schans is one of the highlights of the Netherlands, just outside Amsterdam. Be part of a vibrant and stunning living and working community that dates back to the 18th and 19th centuries.
651 locals recommend
Zaanse Schans
Kraaienesthe Zaanse Schans is one of the highlights of the Netherlands, just outside Amsterdam. Be part of a vibrant and stunning living and working community that dates back to the 18th and 19th centuries.
In the 17th century, Enkhuizen was one of the wealthiest cities of Holland. It gained power and influence as a member of the VOC. Enkhuizen’s rich history is still noticeable today as you walk.
72 locals recommend
Enkhuizen
In the 17th century, Enkhuizen was one of the wealthiest cities of Holland. It gained power and influence as a member of the VOC. Enkhuizen’s rich history is still noticeable today as you walk.
Have you ever seen a castle from the 13th century? Be a knight or a lady....... and dream of the old medieval times!
32 locals recommend
Brederode Castle
2 VelserenderlaanHave you ever seen a castle from the 13th century? Be a knight or a lady....... and dream of the old medieval times!
Beeckestijn is an inspiring place to be, to become aware of the cultural background of gardening and landscape architecture, to take a walk, to enjoy the setting sun in the outdoor café
Landgoed Beeckestijn
134 RijkswegBeeckestijn is an inspiring place to be, to become aware of the cultural background of gardening and landscape architecture, to take a walk, to enjoy the setting sun in the outdoor café
Do I need to say more about Amsterdam? It's famous for it's canals, houses, art & redlight district. It is a mix of cultures and the city is always buzzing!
720 locals recommend
Amsterdam
Do I need to say more about Amsterdam? It's famous for it's canals, houses, art & redlight district. It is a mix of cultures and the city is always buzzing!
If you lik to hike or cycle National Park Zuid-Kennemerland is the place to be. With it's biodiversity it's great. You will enjoy it's views and encouters with different animals.
211 locals recommend
Zuid-Kennemerland Koevlak
12 ZeewegIf you lik to hike or cycle National Park Zuid-Kennemerland is the place to be. With it's biodiversity it's great. You will enjoy it's views and encouters with different animals.
Everything Else
Alkmaar is above all Holland's cheese town. During the season from the first Friday of April to the first Friday of September a traditional cheese market is being held here on Friday mornings.
338 locals recommend
Alkmaar
Alkmaar is above all Holland's cheese town. During the season from the first Friday of April to the first Friday of September a traditional cheese market is being held here on Friday mornings.
Ozlines Surf
3E ReynderswegDo you want to learn how to surf? Visit this surfschool!
Hot Zone Beach and Events
Beach activities!
Have you ever seen a citty hall so old? 1320! Visit the famous Gravezaal where many couples marry above a whale tooth, which a famous Dutch adventurer took from one of his voyages to Nova Zembla.
10 locals recommend
Town Hall Haarlem
2 Grote MarktHave you ever seen a citty hall so old? 1320! Visit the famous Gravezaal where many couples marry above a whale tooth, which a famous Dutch adventurer took from one of his voyages to Nova Zembla.
Oldest and biggest cathedral of Haarlem is a must see destination!
118 locals recommend
The St. Bavo Church in Haarlem
22 Grote MarktOldest and biggest cathedral of Haarlem is a must see destination!
SnowPlanet
6-8 HeuvelwegSki or snowboard fan? Go for an indoor experience!
Built in WWII Forteiland is situated middle in the entrance way of IJmuiden. It is part of the legendary "Stelling of Amsterdam". You can visit it's bunkers. www.forteiland.nl
10 locals recommend
Forteiland Exploitation IJmuiden
10 ForteilandBuilt in WWII Forteiland is situated middle in the entrance way of IJmuiden. It is part of the legendary "Stelling of Amsterdam". You can visit it's bunkers. www.forteiland.nl
Haarlem, located near the river Spaarne, is suited for cultural activitities and fine cuisine. Haarlem is worth a day trip!
154 locals recommend
Grote Markt
Grote MarktHaarlem, located near the river Spaarne, is suited for cultural activitities and fine cuisine. Haarlem is worth a day trip!
From IJmuiderslag you can enter the beaches of IJmuiden. These beaches are famous because they are long and wide. You can enjoy the sea, the sand or go for a long walk with views of the dunes and sea.
10 locals recommend
IJmuiderslag
IJmuiderslagFrom IJmuiderslag you can enter the beaches of IJmuiden. These beaches are famous because they are long and wide. You can enjoy the sea, the sand or go for a long walk with views of the dunes and sea.
Do you love boats and locks? Go to sluisplein and admire the biggest locks in the world. Cruiseships, tankers and recreational vessels enter these locks on their way to Amsterdam.
Sluisplein
SluispleinDo you love boats and locks? Go to sluisplein and admire the biggest locks in the world. Cruiseships, tankers and recreational vessels enter these locks on their way to Amsterdam.
Food Scene
Timboektoe
1 ReynderswegDo you want to have a great beach experience? Go to Timboektoe!
Entertainment & Activities
You will find a small park with deer, donkey's, lambs and other animals. You can have a small walk while even a baby can have it's first meeting with these animals. And it's free!
Lage Duin en Daalseweg 11
11 Lage Duin en DaalsewegYou will find a small park with deer, donkey's, lambs and other animals. You can have a small walk while even a baby can have it's first meeting with these animals. And it's free!
Arts & Culture
The famous Rijksmusuem shows the art of many of our Dutch painters. "The rijks", as we call it, is a must see!
Rembrandt, etc.
https://www.rijksmuseum.nl/
3186 locals recommend
Rijksmuseum
1 MuseumstraatThe famous Rijksmusuem shows the art of many of our Dutch painters. "The rijks", as we call it, is a must see!
Rembrandt, etc.
https://www.rijksmuseum.nl/
Shopping
Small shopping street of Santpoort with small shops and various restaurants where you can eat for a small price.
Hoofdstraat
HoofdstraatSmall shopping street of Santpoort with small shops and various restaurants where you can eat for a small price.