Back to the Past 🎩! - Visit Zaanse Schans

Zaanse Schans is a neighborhood in the Dutch town of Zaandam, near Amsterdam. Historic windmills and distinctive green wooden houses were relocated here to recreate the look of an 18th/19th-century village. The Zaans Museum has regional costumes, model windmills and interactive exhibits on chocolate making. Artisan workshops demonstrate rare handicrafts such as wooden clog carving, barrel making and pewter casting.

The rich history and art of the Zaan region can be seen at the Zaans Museum, where every corner tells a story. Experience the magic of the Verkade Experience and step inside an authentic ‘Willy Wonka’ biscuit and chocolate factory from the early twentieth century. Let yourself be transported through time and history in a unique way.

The Weavers' House was home to two families in the 18th century, who lived among five looms and worked on the art of sail and mill cloth weaving.

Discover the impressive power of the wind when the Zaanse mills are in operation. Learn about the production process and operation of mills from the enthusiastic millers. Dive into Zaanse industrial mill history at the Mill Museum and discover world-class Dutch heritage. A multimedia journey through time.

Step inside the Zaan Time Museum and discover the fascinating world of the Zaan clock industry, where every timepiece tells a story. Immerse yourself in the rich history of the Zaan region and the master craft of the clockmaker.

At the Coopery, you can experience barrel-making craftsmanship, using authentic tools and machines from the cooperage of S.R. Tiemstra en Zonen from Oostzanerwerf. Thanks to Jaap Tiemstra's fully intact workshop, this old craft has now been revived.

Come inside and imagine yourself a real merchant in this Zaanse merchant's house from 1650. The building has been enlarged and embellished over the centuries to match the Empire style of the 1800s.

We will meet at the front of the Zaanse Museum at 2 pm (1400), to check in, for introductions and orientation,, and enter the museum together. For those who would like to join me for a drink, we will meet at 4:00pm (1600) at the front of the Zaanse Museum, and take a short walk over to De Kraai for drinks and socializing - a pleasant way to end our Meetup. I am looking forward to meeting you! I welcome you to join me for refreshments afterwards.

The Museumkaart is accepted.*

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🚉 Amsterdam Centraal (2x/hr. 17min) ➡️ 🚉Zaandijk – Zaanse Schans ➡️🚶🚶🚶15min.
🚍 800 Amsterdam Centraal (4x/hr. 22min) ➡️ 🚍Zaanse Schans ➡️ 🚶 2min.

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*_Some attractions and amenities are not included with the Museumkaart. Purchasing a Ticket Zaanse Schans at the venue or in advance also gives access to all the museums, houses, and workshops, plus the windmills, which are open, digital audio tour, a paper brochure with map and 10% discount at Restaurant De Kraai._