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Netherlands

Zaanstad / Zaan-tastic!

MeowScore 😸86/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😻
🔈 Noisiness 😻
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😼
🌳 Parks and greenery 😸
👮‍♂️ Safety 😸

Best month

May

Moderate weather and tulip fields in full bloom

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january

Cats love the Winter Wonderland Festival in the open-air museum! 🎄

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february

Celebrate Valentine's Day by locking your love in the love locks bridge 🗝️

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march

Watch the tulip fields bloom and visit Keukenhof gardens 🌷

👑
april

Experience the largest King's Day celebration in the Netherlands! 🧡

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may

Visit the Zaanse Schans windmills in full bloom surrounded by lush greenery 🌳

🎸
june

Enjoy the Dutch beach vibe and Music on the Waterfront Festival 🎶

🌃
july

Join the Canal Festival and see the illuminated decorated boats at night 🚣‍♂️

🌅
august

Get a taste of Dutch culture at the Zomer Van Zaanse concert series 🎤

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september

Take a bike trip to the nearby Wormer- en Jisperveld nature reserve 🚲

👻
october

Experience the spooky Halloween Night Walk through the haunted streets 🎃

🎅
november

Experience the magic of Sinterklaas arrival with parades and festivities 🎁

🎄
december

Join the candlelit Christmas markets and sing-alongs 🕯️

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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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From a visiting cat's perspective, Zaanstad can be quite expensive, especially when it comes to shopping for souvenirs or visiting tourist attractions. However, there are also affordable options available in local markets and budget-friendly restaurants.

Check out the local markets for affordable souvenirs and try eating at budget-friendly restaurants for cost-effective meals.

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

Day trip destination

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

Day trip destination

Zaanse Schans, popular for Dutch architecture and windmills.

Tipping

0%

No tipping culture

Tipping

0%

No tipping culture

Cash and credit card payments accepted. Splitting the bill is common.

internet situation

great Speed

Fiber and cable options available

excellent Availability

Most areas have high-speed internet options

great Cellular

Good coverage in most areas

Electric socket type C

Common in Europe, South America, and Asia. Non-grounded, 2-pin plug, accepts Type C & Type E&F (non-grounded variant).

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biking friendly

Netherlands is bike-friendly

walkable -ish

Well-connected and green

LGBTQ friendly

Netherlands LGBTQ-friendly

Cat visited Zaanstad, Netherlands and found the windmills quite intriguing.

They purred with joy as they explored the sights and sounds of the charming town.

Things to do

The mainstream

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Zaanbocht
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Het Jonge Schaap
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Inntel Hotels Amsterdam-Zaandam
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Zaanse Schans
🏛️
Zaans Museum

The mainstream

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Zaanbocht

Browse through shops selling traditional Dutch souvenirs, like wooden clogs and cheese. A shopper's paradise for savvy cats!

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Het Jonge Schaap

Watch as millers work tirelessly to keep this historic windmill running. A fascinating experience for curious cats!

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🏨
Inntel Hotels Amsterdam-Zaandam

Rest your paws at this uniquely designed hotel that resembles traditional Zaan houses stacked on top of each other. Purr-fect for pampered cats!

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🌷
Zaanse Schans

Step back in time and wander through a picturesque village filled with windmills and traditional Dutch houses. Great for outdoor-loving cats!

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Zaans Museum

Learn about the history of the Zaan region and see traditional Dutch crafts, such as clog making. Purr-fect for curious cats!

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Off the beaten path

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Honig Breethuis
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De Noordersluis
🐑🌬️🍺
Het Jonge Schaap
🍫🎥
Cacaofabriek
🏝️
De Hemmesphere

Off the beaten path

🏰🏭
Honig Breethuis

This 19th century house is a beautifully preserved glimpse into Holland's industrial past. Meow-vel at the stunning decorations!

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🛥️🌉
De Noordersluis

A peaceful spot to watch boats sail by, this unique bridge doubles as a work of art. Good for a lazy cat day.

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🐑🌬️🍺
Het Jonge Schaap

A working windmill that's also a microbrewery! Cats can watch the sails turn while sipping on artisanal beer.

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🍫🎥
Cacaofabriek

A chocolate factory turned art-house cinema, this is a cozy spot to curl up and watch indie films with a feline friend.

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🏝️
De Hemmesphere

A quirky atmospheric cafe on a tiny island, accessible only by boat. Perfect for cats who love a unique experience!

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biking friendly

Netherlands is bike-friendly

walkable -ish

Well-connected and green

LGBTQ friendly

Netherlands LGBTQ-friendly

Mindful meoweler tips

The Zaanse Schans is a purrfect place to learn about Dutch history and culture

This open-air museum features traditional Dutch windmills, cheese-making, and wooden clogs, providing an insight into the country's rich heritage. Be sure not to scratch any of the beautifully preserved buildings!

The Inntel Hotel Amsterdam Zaandam is a quirky architectural wonder

This unique hotel is made up of stacked traditional Dutch houses, painted in a variety of pastel colors. Cat-lovers will be pleased to know that the interior is equally as charming, with cat-inspired artwork adorning the walls!

Zaanstad's proximity to Amsterdam makes it an ideal spot for a day trip

Hop on a short train ride and arrive in the bustling Dutch capital in no time. But don't forget to come back to Zaanstad and explore the quaint streets and picturesque canals!

Useful external sites

www.dezaanseschans.nl/en

Visit Zaanse Schans↗

The official tourist website of Zaanse Schans, a popular destination in Zaanstad known for its traditional Dutch windmills and architecture

www.zaanstad.nl

Zaanstad.nl↗

The official website of the municipality of Zaanstad, providing information on local events, attractions, and practicalities for travelers

www.holland.com/global/tourism.htm

Netherlands Tourism↗

The Netherlands Board of Tourism and Conventions website offering travel information, resources, and tips for visitors to the Netherlands, including Zaanstad

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