Zaanse Schans Windmills E Bike Day Trip from Amsterdam
Overview
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6 hours
Mobile ticket
Visit the famous Zaanse Schans, with Dutch windmills, a Clog maker and a Cheese farm. This is a leisurely and beautiful E-Bike Tour. Cycle past the unique Chalk Mill in North Amsterdam, via the scenic Natural Reserve ‘t Twiske to the most beautiful residential and working village in the Netherlands. At the Zaanse Schans we stop for one to one and a half hour to visit the windmills, have something to eat and drink and visit the clog maker and cheese farm! The tour returns via a shorter route and the statue of the Kissing Couple. Be prepared for a beautiful half-day!
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Not accessible to people under 152 cm / 5ft
What To Expect
Starting point of the tour in the oldest part of the city of Amsterdam
Centraal Station
Central Station, built from 1881-1889 by P.J.H.Cuypers in a neo-Gothic-Renaissance style, with a lot of decorative sculptures.
Options
Zaanse Schans Windmills E Bike Day Trip from Amsterdam
What‘s Included
Licensed English and Dutch Speaking Guide
Rain poncho
Bicycle Basket
Use of bicycle
Bottled water for the bike tour is available in the store for purchase
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
16 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
What a peaceful and enjoyable ride!
scamper61,May 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a lovely country tour with Jan. He was a wonderful guide and very personal. The Yellow Bikes were is very good shape and made this ride very easy. Riding through the suburbs, ecological park and seeing how the windmills work was very educational. We visited Zaanse Schans, which was very busy. Jan was super accommodating and showed us where we could have a picnic seeing we had packed a lunch. We highly recommend this company!
Windmill fun
Wende S,Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Fun bike ride to see windmills and the countryside. I would have liked to spend more time going into the little shops.
Such a fun day!
Pioneer58853436333,Oct 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We went on the e-bike tour to Zaanse Schans. Despite it being a windy and rainy day, it was still a great experience. Our guide, David, did an amazing job and taught a lot about his homeland. The bikes were of excellent quality. Do yourself a favor and book your trip through Yellow Bike. We are so glad that we did!
It was great seeing the Dutch countryside! Even better to bike through it!
electric26,Sep 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guides name was Jong. In between, we learned a bit about Amsterdam history, saw a windmill up close and was given insight in the daily life of the miller, and even made a stop in Zandam for some local chocolate. Zaanse Schans itself was okay. But we were given free reign there for an hour so we could decide how to make the most of it. If you could take one day trip out when visiting Amsterdam and yoour priorities is a good workout, nature, and some architectural history (and if you're physically up for it), this is the ideal pick!
Great Day out around Amsterdam with a very nice guide
Resort32275998450,Sep 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a great tour with our guide Jan! We saw a lot of the countryside, the dams, windmills, nature and some architecture as well. Jan was a great guide and he was very flexible regarding the route and the things we wanted to see. We were a very small group, which was great so we could see a lot of the area around Amsterdam and Jan gave us a lot of insights in the life here around Amsterdam now and in the past. The bike tour was very accessible and easy to manage but also had a lot of great views on nature and the city itself. The Bikes were very good and everything worked perfectly. I would do another tour tomorrow, but I unfortunately I have to travel back home. Great tour!
The Perfect Way to see the Dutch Countryside
carolbJ4539EN,Sep 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sid was an amazing guide. He was personable and VERY knowledgeable about the many points of interest he showed us. He was careful to continually check on group members’ comfort and make sure we were always close behind him. We loved this tour and Sid!
Sid is a terrific guide
W8716GRjohnb,Sep 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Our tour guide Sid was fantastic. He was extremely personable and very knowledgeable about Amsterdam the surrounding countryside and The Netherlands in general. He as an attentive leader of the tour, always making sure we following close behind. I can’t give him praise him high enough. The tour grave is a nice view of life and the countryside outside of Amsterdam.
Fun outside Amsterdam
Jan M,Aug 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00The e-bikes are great. If you are used to a regular bike it takes some getting used to due to weight. The experience is great.
Great day trip
S5070KRblakeb,Aug 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00My son and I took this day trip ride out of Amsterdam and had a great day. The e bikes provided were excellent and made the ride very very easy. Jan, our guide, was very knowledgeable and gave great incite into, not only the local places but the local lives of people. We were introduced to people along the way (a million keeper and local choclatier) and heard about their businesses and way of life. This and the beautiful scenery of the countryside were the highlights. Many thanks to yellow bikes and Jan for a memorable trip. Highly recommended!
Nice ride!!
Leonard M,Jul 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very nice ride. Our guide was considerate of inexperienced Amsterdam bike riders and helped us navigate very well. Really good experience for us!
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