Giethoorn Center

Giethoorn Center is a unique tourist attraction in the heart of a Dutch village called the 'Venice of the North'.

Founded in 1230 by Mediterranean refugees, Giethoorn impresses with its traditional houses with reed roofs situated on small islands that can only be reached by boat or on foot.

It's worth renting a traditional 'punter' boat or a modern 'Whisper Boat' to discover the charm of the canals created by peat mining. For history buffs, local museums await, including Museum Giethoorn 't Olde Maat Uus, showcasing the former life of the locals.