Giethoorn and the North by Campervan
Quick summary: For a campervan trip north, Giethoorn is the highlight. Around 1.5 hours north-east of Amsterdam, it is a village of canals, thatched farmhouses and footbridges with almost no roads in its old center. It’s surrounded by the lakes of Weerribben-Wieden National Park, ideal for a stay with boating and cycling. Further north, the Afsluitdijk crosses into Friesland, with quiet towns and lakes. Campsites around Giethoorn suit an RV rental, campervan or motorhome.
| At a glance | |
|---|---|
| From Amsterdam | Around 1.5 hours |
| Giethoorn | Canal village explored by boat or on foot |
| Weerribben-Wieden | Lakes and reed marshes |
| Afsluitdijk | Long dike across the water |
| Friesland | Lakes and historic towns |
| Tours | Giethoorn tours |
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How do you explore Giethoorn?
By renting an electric boat or canoe, joining a canal tour, or walking and cycling the paths. The old center has no road access, so park outside.
Where can an RV rental park in Giethoorn?
At designated parking areas on the edge of the village, which fill in summer. Campsites nearby are the easiest base.
What else is in the north?
| Place | Why go |
|---|---|
| Weerribben-Wieden | Boating, wildlife, cycling |
| Afsluitdijk | Dike drive and monument |
| Friesland | Historic towns and lakes |
| Kampen and Zwolle | Hanseatic towns |
Where should you stay?
At campsites around Giethoorn and in the national park area. Meppel, nearby, also has a campervan pickup.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Around 1.5 hours by road.
No, the old center has no road access. Park outside the village.
By boat, on foot or by bike.
Yes, several around the village and national park.