Our base in Amsterdam (Vinkeveen)

About Amsterdam (Vinkeveen) 

You can see and do lots from Amsterdam (Vinkeveen). The base itself is located in the popular summer holiday spot, Vinkeveen Plassen, great for water sports, swimming and lake-side dining. Amsterdam, is just 4.5hrs cruising to the north. To the southeast, the trendy university city of Utrecht is reachable in just 4hrs, while the famous cheese making towns of Gouda and Edam, the famous Keukenhof Flowerpark at Lisse and the iconic windmills at Zaanse Schans are all within 2 – 4 days of cruising from Vinkeveen.

What you get on the base

Facilities

• Toilets and showers 
• Laundry
• Wifi
• Luggage may be left in reception under staff supervision (at own risk)

Extras and options for your cruise

The following extras are available to prebook or purchase locally at this base. A reduced fee will apply to items that are pre booked. Please see ‘Holiday Extras‘ for more details about each extra. Restrictions apply.

Travel to Amsterdam (Vinkeveen)

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By Train

Closest train station(s):

• Abcoude: 8 km

By Road

Be prepared

It is your responsibility to familiarise yourself with local road rules and abide by them. Most European countries have a list of compulsory equipment that you must take with you. For driving advice and a list of the equipment you’ll need, please visit https://www.theaa.com/european-breakdown-cover/driving-in-europe

Car rental

Schiphol Airport, 1h30 from the base 

Parking

Parking is available onsite.

By Air

Closest airport(s):

• Schiphol Airport: 24 km

Arrival at Amsterdam (Vinkeveen)

For more details about:

• when to arrive at our bases
• what to expect when you arrive 
• how to prepare for check-in
• what happens on your final day when you return your boat

visit our ‘arrivals‘ page.

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