Alkmaar Cheese

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Our journey begins at the Alkmaar Cheese Market, where you’ll witness centuries-old cheese trading traditions. Watch the iconic kaasdragers transport large cheese wheels to the weighing house and learn about the fascinating process of cheese weighing and the traditional handjeklap (hand clapping) negotiation method. Immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere of Waagplein, the heart of the market. Vendors, tourists, and the ceremonial cheese bell create a vibrant scene. Enjoy lunch, shop, or stroll through Alkmaar’s charming streets before heading to your next destination. Next, visit Zaanse Schans, a picturesque Dutch village with historic windmills and traditional crafts. Explore the iconic windmills, watch skilled craftsmen making wooden clogs, and take in the scenic surroundings for a truly Dutch experience.

Experience the delightful charm of the world-famous cheese markets in Gouda, Alkmaar or Edam, where cheese lovers from around the globe come together to celebrate this beloved dairy delight! As soon as you arrive, you’ll be enchanted by the lively sounds of the cheese traders and farmers engaging in their traditional handclaps to signify a sale. And then, they appear – the iconic cheese girls, surrounded by an eager crowd, showcasing their skillful handling of the famous Dutch cheeses. Indulge yourself in a variety of world-famous Dutch cheeses. In addition to the bustling cheese trading and cheese-making demonstrations, you’ll find a vibrant crafts market that features traditional Dutch craftsmanship. There’s plenty to enjoy in Gouda, Alkmaar or Edam throughout the day! Each town has its own unique atmosphere and attractions that beckon to be discovered. Join Us Every Wednesday (Edam), Thursday (Gouda) or Friday (Alkmaar) for This Exciting Cheese Market Experience!

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Get to know Alkmaar in a unique and affordable way. We offer you a self-guided tour, via our online App. You play a fun, family-friendly game. Answer questions about the locations and do search assignments. All on your smartphone. Log in on our free city game app and enjoy the city. Not a 'boring' guide, but you decide when to start, stop or pause. Use GPS to find the nicest squares, streets, and monuments. Get the most interesting facts about the city. Discover Alkmaar with our unique city game app. Instructions for starting the tour will be given after booking. You can do this tour anytime you choose. This City Game is also a perfect activity for large groups.

Discover Alkmaar at Your Own Pace! Explore Alkmaar with a self-guided WhatsApp tour on your smartphone. Visit landmarks like the Cheese Market, The Waag, and the House with the Bullet, while uncovering the stories behind the highlights and finding hidden gems. Follow a historic route through the city and learn about its famous sights as you explore at your own pace. Start and stop the tour whenever you like, avoiding large crowds. Enjoy secret tips as you discover Alkmaar’s rich history! How does it work? 1. Purchase the tour and receive a ticket via Viator. 2. The link to start your tour is included in your ticket. 3. Start and stop whenever you like, avoiding crowds. Bonus: Get secret tips as you dive into Alkmaar's rich history!

From the hand of a certified tour guide you will discover one of the most charming cities in the Netherlands, tradition, history, culture and much more will be the perfect combination that will make your visit an unforgettable experience, remember that it will be a private tour where you will also have give yourself the time to ask your questions and stops and photos. I'm sure you won't be disappointed.

Set off in a relaxing pace to make sure you really get to see, feel and learn all about this town. The most important sights that your private guide will show are the public weighing house, home to the weekly cheese market on Fridays during the summer (April – first Friday September), Saint Lauren Church and the pretty 16th century constructed town hall.

The tour is only possible on Fridays between March and September. A full-day tour where we first explore the famous weekly cheese market of Alkmaar (Friday). Alkmaar is famous for its historic cheese markets and during summer, you get to see the tradition brought alive. Alkmaar is not just about cheese. The city is much older than Amsterdam and boasts historic town squares and monumental buildings. During the second half, we will visit the Golden Age city of Hoorn or De Rijp along with some lesser-known rural windmills.

Enjoy a full day Sightseeing tour to the Alkmaar Cheese market, windmills, the countryside, a local cheese and clogs factory and Volendam. The Alkmaar Cheese Market is the oldest and largest in the Netherlands. Since 1365, Alkmaar has had one cheese scale, and by 1612, the city had as many as four cheese scales. Even the Waagplein, where the cheese market has been held since its inception, has been expanded several times. The next stop is the Zaanse Schans. Here are special windmills such as the paint windmill, the sawmill, spices mill and peanut oil mill. Thereafter you will see a wooden shoe demonstration and there is a possibility to buy clogs/wooden shoes and other nice souvenirs. The second stop will be at the Henri Willig farm where they will teach you how they treat their cows and there is a possibility to see how they milk the cows. Thereafter it is time to taste more than 30 flavors of very nice Dutch cheese for free! Duration of the tour will be 8 hours incl. driving time.

A day tour where you get a chance to escape the busy Amsterdam but still enjoy a day exploring historic buildings, canals, and museums. The tour is private and pickup is available directly from the hotel. We can visit 2 towns on this tour. There is a lot more to North Holland than Amsterdam. Explore the Duch Golden Age cities of Hoorn and Enkhuizen. Hoorn is a small town but historically very influential. Hoorn is famous for historic buildings including the Dutch East Indies warehouse, Alms house and the city gates. Enkhuizen is home to the famous 'Zuiderzee Museum'. Or explore Haarlem ( Harlem in NYC got its name from this town), the capital of North Holland. The town square boasts multiple heritage buildings as well as the church. Haarlem is a great town for shopping. Alkmaar is a charming town famous for its cheese market on Fridays. Apart from the cheese market, the city offers a boat ride across the narrow canals. The low bridges make the boat ride a lot more exciting.