Waterbus

With the Waterbus you can combine your cycling or walking tour with a relaxing cruise through National Park Weerribben-Wieden. Bicycles and dogs are allowed on board.

Sailing route
The Waterbus sails between Bezoekerscentrum De Wieden in Sint Jansklooster, Blokzijl and Giethoorn:
Sint Jansklooster - Blokzijl (approx. 1.5 hours each way)
Sint Jansklooster - Giethoorn (approx. 1 hour each way).

Blokzijl used to be located on the Zuiderzee and has a rich history, still visible in its harbor and center. Giethoorn is the most famous water village in the Netherlands and a popular attraction.

Boarding locations
Sint Jansklooster: Visitor center De Wieden, Beulakerpad 1
Giethoorn: Beulakerweg 137, at gas station AVIA
Blokzijl: Juliana van Stolbergstraat 1, near school 'De Schutsluis'.

Rates

Adult: €10 / members €7
Adult with bicycle: €15,- / members €10,50
Children up to 12 years old: €5,- / members €3,50
Children up to 12 years with bicycle: €7,50 / members €5,25

Departure times Traject Sint Jansklooster - Blokzijl

St. Jansklooster → Blokzijl: 10:15 & 14:15
Blokzijl → St. Jansklooster: 12:00 & 16:00
Route Sint Jansklooster - Giethoorn
St. Jansklooster → Giethoorn: 11:00 & 14:15
Giethoorn → St. Jansklooster: 12:15 & 15:30

Good to know

Buy your ticket online, from the skipper or at De Wieden Visitor Center in Sint Jansklooster.

Remember to give your phone number when booking so you can be informed in case of any changes.

The outside deck is wheelchair accessible.

Sometimes the boat cannot sail due to weather conditions. In that case, do not wait longer than 15 minutes and if in doubt, call Visitor Center De Wieden at 0527-205660.

More information and online ticket sales at: www.nm.nl/waterbus