How to spend top weekend in Alkmaar - ideas on extraordinary attractions and sites
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Boat Excursion on the City’s Canals
In order to see all architectural landmarks of Alkmaar, get acquainted with the historical heritage of the Netherlands, and simply diversify your vacation, you can try a boat excursion on the numerous canals of this gorgeous city. Such excursions are usually held starting from the mid-spring and up to the mid-autumn. A typical excursion lasts one hour.
Travelers who prefer to stay in the most upscale hotels in Alkmaar have to pay attention to Zorghotel de Palatijn. This hotel is situated in the heart of the historic district, within …
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One of the most romantic and charming hotels of Alkmaar is B & B De Oude Walnoot. It occupies a lovely old villa surrounded by the picturesque rose garden. There are two romantic rooms …
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Ice Skating Rink
In Alkmaar, there is a wonderful sports complex where visitors can try many various sports. There is even an ice skating rink. It is a famous ice skating rink that hosted many important competitions, such as ice skating championships in 1977 and 1987. As the ice is artificial, the rink is open all year round. Having explored all main landmarks in Alkmaar, consider spending some time on the rink as it is both entertaining and good for health. Of course, you can rent the skates and other gear.![Kunst op de Friesebrug Alkmaar Kunst op de Friesebrug Alkmaar](../../common/img_cities_w300/alkmaar--2140374-0.jpg)
Alkmaardermeer Lake Recreation
If you are tired of exploring Alkmaar, it is the right time to visit Alkmaardermeer Lake that is located in North Holland. The lake appeared as a result of flood yet during the middle ages. There is a port in the eastern part of Alkmaardermeer Lake. This part of the country is a recreational zone, so you can easily spend time there as a tourist. The lake is not big, but it is suitable for different kinds of water sports. The most typical types of active recreation are the following: waterskiing, surfing, motorboat riding, yachting, and fishing. However, you can always relax on the shore and simply admire the surrounding nature. Everyone will find an activity to fit their taste.
The Alkmaar cheese market is, without a doubt, one of the main city's shopping attractions, which is best to attend from April to September. It runs on Friday mornings and has long become a …
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Excursion to the Shoemaker’s Workshop in Zaanse Schans
While enjoying your holiday in Alkmaar, devote one day to a visit to the town of Zaanse Schans. It takes approximately 30 minutes to reach the town from Amsterdam by car. If you take a train, the ride will be nearly an hour long. Zaanse Schans is a true museum in the open air. While exploring it, you will visit the shoemaker’s workshop where you can order klompen, traditional Dutch shoes. Local people have been wearing klompen since the medieval times. The unusual boots are very durable.![](../../common/img_cities_w300/alkmaar--2140374-35.jpg)
The most “cheese” city of Holland, Alkmaar is not just a huge center of cheese making, but also the most important trading center. Travelers are traditionally attracted by this city …
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Alkmaar and surroundings
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Michelin-starred restaurants in Alkmaar
♥ Restaurant 'Apicius' Castricum. Type - Modern cuisine. 10.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Restaurant 'Le Moulin' Castricum. Type - Modern cuisine. 10.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Restaurant 'Red Chilli' Nieuwe-Niedorp. Type - Asian. 16.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Restaurant 'La Mère Anne' Oudendijk. Type - Modern cuisine. 17.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Restaurant 'Stiel' Schagen. Type - Modern French. 17.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Restaurant 'Apicius' Castricum. Type - Modern cuisine. 10.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Restaurant 'Le Moulin' Castricum. Type - Modern cuisine. 10.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Restaurant 'Red Chilli' Nieuwe-Niedorp. Type - Asian. 16.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Restaurant 'La Mère Anne' Oudendijk. Type - Modern cuisine. 17.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Restaurant 'Stiel' Schagen. Type - Modern French. 17.3 km from the center. On the map
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Survived castles around Alkmaar
♥ Castle 'Brederode Castle' , 24.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Huis ter Kleef' , 29.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Slot Heemstede' , 33.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Muiderslot' , 39.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Huys Dever' , 44.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Brederode Castle' , 24.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Huis ter Kleef' , 29.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Slot Heemstede' , 33.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Muiderslot' , 39.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Huys Dever' , 44.9 km from the center. On the map
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Art galleries in Alkmaar and around
♥ Art museum 'Hermitage Amsterdam' Amsterdam, 31.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Rijksmuseum Amsterdam' Amsterdam, 31.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Van Gogh Museum' Amsterdam, 31.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Stedelijk Museum' Amsterdam, 31.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Hermitage Amsterdam' Amsterdam, 31.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Rijksmuseum Amsterdam' Amsterdam, 31.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Van Gogh Museum' Amsterdam, 31.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Stedelijk Museum' Amsterdam, 31.8 km from the center. On the map
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Public palaces near Alkmaar
♥ Palace 'Kasteel Drakestein' , 59.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Palace 'Kasteel Drakestein' , 59.9 km from the center. On the map
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