Wonderful Windmills of Zaanse Schans E Bike tour from Amsterdam
Overview
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5 hours 30 minutes
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Cycle through Holland’s breathtaking landscapes on our Windmills E-Bike Tour from Amsterdam to Zaanse Schans. Begin by heading north through the serene Twiske nature reserve, riding past tranquil dikes and picturesque canals under iconic Dutch skies. Experience charming green houses along the route as your guide shares stories of local heritage.
As you arrive at Zaanse Schans, enjoy an incredible view of historic windmills rising across the water. Here, explore the heritage village on foot, where you’ll discover working windmills, a cheese farm, clog workshops, and museums that showcase traditional Dutch crafts. On the return, we’ll stop in Zaandam to capture photos of the unique InnTel Hotel with its striking, fairytale-like architecture. A final ferry brings you back to Amsterdam, completing a true Dutch countryside experience.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Only people with cycling experience can join this tour. You need to cycle 25 miles (40 kilometers) in total, so we can not let unexperienced cyclists join our tour.
The minimum height is 150 cm or 5"1' for the E-bikes
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
A typical Dutch Stroopwafel (syrup waffle)
Helmets
Use of bicycle
Luxury E-Bike with 8 gears and handbrakes
Rain gear in case of bad weather.
Gratuities
Entrance to the windmills
What To Expect
Amsterdam Centraal
From the back of Central Station we will take the ferry to the other side of the city.
Amsterdam North
Cycle through Amsterdam North and see your first Windmill in this part of the country
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Wonderful Windmills of Zaanse Schans E Bike tour from Amsterdam
Reviews
45 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
E bike/ Windmill tour
Vicki G,
Jul 29, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had a great time with great weather. Bikes are easy for any age group. The ride out to the windmills is some city riding. The way back is mostly country. Would have liked a little more time at the windmills as it was crowded and felt rushed. Mike was very knowledgeable and passionate about the history.
Cycling in Holland; just do it! (with Mike’s Bike Tours😃)
Stephane C,
Jan 20, 2025
- Viator
5.00A must do when visiting the Netherlands. Mike’s Bike Tours is well organized and they have a professional approach to their customers and their tours; helpful, entertaining, safe and a very knowledgeable guide who made just enough stops to explain what we saw along the way. Coz this “Zaanse Schans” tour is all about the history of Holland; windmills, watermanagement, cheese, clogs, dikes and locks. Also, there’s a ferry trip included, crossing the famous Y-waters where you have a beautiful view of the skyline of the city. Guide Ashton took good care of our safety and wellbeing; we made some stops where there’s time for a (hot) drink, tasting cheese and actually visiting a windmill from the inside. Although it’s a 40 km ride, the E-Bikes made it effortlessly and comfortable (helmets and raincoats included) So definitely recommended and my next visit to Amsterdam will include one of their other tours for sure!
What an amazing day!
Anne K,
Jan 20, 2025
- Viator
5.00I had a great experience! It was a perfect combination of urban and rural features. Indeed, a lot of windmills. I have to say that De Zaanse Schans was impressive with its beauty! And we saw even two more windmills in the countryside on our ride back:)). Our guide Ashton was very cheerful, polite and full of stories that he shared with us to give our experience a bed of history and interesting facts. Thank you Mikes Bike and Ashton! Two enthousiast thumbs up 😁👍👍
Not to miss if you want to see more than Amsterdam
Stephan v,
Jan 18, 2025
- Viator
5.00A cold and little bit foggy day for a bike ride but what an amazing tour! History, countryside, cultural heritage, modern architecture and all of this with a well informed and funny guide.
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