Zaanse Schans E-Bike Tour: Windmills & Cheese

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Explore Zaanse Schans by E-bike: windmills, clogs, cheese farm, and scenic routes. Discover Dutch heritage on a beautiful half-day tour.

Duration: 6 hours

Cancellation: 24 hours

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Highlights

Nieuwezijds Kolk 29 - The tour begins in the historic heart of Amsterdam.
Centraal Station - Constructed between 1881-1889 by P.J.H. Cuypers, this central station showcases a neo-Gothic-Renaissance style with numerous decorative sculptures.
Centraal Station - Buiksloterweg - Cross the IJ river to Amsterdam’s northern part using the…

Nieuwezijds Kolk 29 - The tour begins in the historic heart of Amsterdam.
Centraal Station - Constructed between 1881-1889 by P.J.H. Cuypers, this central station showcases a neo-Gothic-Renaissance style with numerous decorative sculptures.
Centraal Station - Buiksloterweg - Cross the IJ river to Amsterdam’s northern part using the Buiksloterweg Ferry.
Buiksloterweg - A road running alongside the Noord-Hollandskanaal.
Krijtmolen d’Admiraal - Experience reclaimed marshland, where many lakes in the Waterland area have been drained. Such areas are known as reclaimed land or polders.
De Twiskemolen (1578/1975) - Often, the miller is available to demonstrate the mill’s operations and explain its functions.
Twiske - Enjoy a bike ride through this picturesque natural area.
Zaanse Schans - Explore the renowned Zaanse Schans, featuring Dutch windmills, a clog maker, and a cheese farm. This relaxed e-bike tour takes you past the unique Chalk Mill in North Amsterdam, through the ‘t Twiske nature reserve, to the most charming residential and working village in the Netherlands.

At Zaanse Schans, there is a one-hour stop to visit the windmills, enjoy refreshments, and explore the clog maker and cheese farm!

The tour returns via a shorter route, passing the Kissing Couple statue. Prepare for a delightful half-day adventure!

Good to know!
Our e-bikes are powered by 100% green, locally produced energy!
This tour is recommended for ages 13 and up. Currently, there are no children’s back seats, but this may change later in the season.
The tour accommodates a shared group of up to 13 participants, led by a friendly guide.

Verkadefabriek Zaandam - Discover the history of the chocolate factory in Zaandam.
Inntel Hotels Amsterdam Zaandam - Admire this iconic hotel with its vibrant facades.
Smells like Chocolate - Enjoy a unique chocolate tasting (available upon request with the guide).
Hempont - Take the ferry across the Noordhollands Kanaal to Amsterdam’s western part.
Kissing Couple XXXL - Capture a photo at this impressive statue.

What's Included

Licensed English and Dutch Speaking Guide
Rain poncho
Bicycle Basket
Bicycle use

What's Not Included

Bottled water

Additional Information

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…

Location

Nieuwezijds Kolk 29

Nieuwezijds Kolk

The meeting point is at our garage/office, YellowBike. It's across the police station and can be recognized by our sign above the door.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings

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Wende_s

Oct 16, 2025

Windmill fun - Fun bike ride to see windmills and the countryside. I would have liked to spend more time going into the little shops.

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Pioneer58853436333

Oct 8, 2025

Such a fun day! - We 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!

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Electric26

Sep 29, 2025

It was great seeing the Dutch countryside! Even better to bike through it! - Our 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!

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Resort32275998450

Sep 22, 2025

Great Day out around Amsterdam with a very nice guide - It 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!

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Carolbj4539en

Sep 12, 2025

The Perfect Way to see the Dutch Countryside - Sid 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!

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Leonard_m

Jul 24, 2025

Nice ride!! - Very 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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Neil_c

Jul 13, 2025

A nice way to lean the... - A nice way to lean the “rules” about cycling in Amsterdam with a beautiful trip though the countryside. An easy ride with a pleasant trip to the villiage.

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W8716grjohnb

Sep 12, 2025

Sid is a terrific guide - Our 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.

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Jan_m

Aug 31, 2025

Fun outside Amsterdam - The 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.

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S5070krblakeb

Aug 8, 2025

Great day trip - My 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!

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