Canal cruise and boat rental in Enkhuizen

" In addition to the beautiful IJsselmeer, Enkhuizen has many easily navigable inland waters. After a trip on the atmospheric canals of the city, you can continue to the West Frisian inland waters. Here you sail through the vast polder landscape and beautiful nature reserves. "

ENG
To see and do
Water and ports
Cruise and boat rental

Sailing through and around Enkhuizen

Culinaire boattrip

Host Ron van Leeuwen takes you on a unique cruise on a luxuriously furnished boat while you enjoy culinary delights. You will be treated like a true VIP and whether you opt for 'breakfast on the boat', a high tea or an exclusive dinner package: every bite is a different experience.

Culinary boat trip

Canal cruise Enkhuizen

Want to see Enkhuizen from the water? Book a tour led by a guide! You will be sailed around the canals of Enkhuizen in about an hour. Our experienced guides will tell you everything about the history of Enkhuizen and the monumental buildings you will encounter along the way.

Canal cruise Enkhuizen

Boatrental Enkhuizen

Would you rather explore Enkhuizen on your own and preferably from the water? Then rent a boat at Bootverhuur Enkhuizen. This small family business makes every effort to provide you with an unforgettable fun day on the water, possibly in combination with other fun activities.

Make your reservation

Harbour Cruise

Enjoy a pleasant and beautiful cruise through the picturesque harbors of Enkhuizen. During the 1.5-hour cruise, the skipper tells beautiful stories about Enkhuizen. You can also enjoy a snack and/or drink of your choice. This can be arranged by Herberg De Compagnie in consultation.

Harbour Cruise

Would you like to take a cruise through the ports of Enkhuizen? During the sailing season there is an hourly departure from 12:00. The cost of a harbor tour is €10 per person, including a drink. Current information can be found on the Van Stek Watersport website.

Harbourcruise

Cruises and day trips at former fishing vessel

With the former fishing vessel Deo Annuente [EH 1] you can enjoy the water, nature and the beautiful towns around the IJsselmeer. Take a cruise along the skyline of Enkhuizen or choose the open sea and sail to Hoorn, Medemblik or Volendam

Historical Navigation Chart

For centuries, West Frisian farmers and horticulturists sailed every day with their barges through the ditches to their scattered fields. Although much has changed in the West Frisian landscape since the land consolidation, elements that are characteristic of the development of the area can still be found.

Together with the Oud Enkhuizen Association and the Oud Stede Broec Association, we have created a handy and fun sailing map: the Historic Sailing Map. Collect it for free this summer at VVV Enkhuizen or download it here.

Look at the Historical Navigation Chart

View our sailing tips here

Boat rental in Lutjebroek

From Rijo Bootverhuur you can quickly reach the polder Het Grootslag or the Lutjebroeker Weel nature reserve. Rijo rents out polder boats with outboard motors and canoes. Enjoy the natural beauty and tranquility of the polder. A well-filled picnic basket can even be provided for a delicious lunch on the go!

Dutch Sailing Fleet

Come aboard a historic sailing ship and experience the life of a real skipper. Take a unique cruise, actively participate or enjoy the view of the sea. Sailing with a sailing ship is also fun as a group outing. The crew likes to think along with you!

View the ships here

Rondvaart met sloep

Bij Happy Days in Grootebroek kun je een rondvaart boeken met een sloep inclusief kapitein voor maximaal 14 personen. Ga je er liever zelf op uit? Huur dan de sloep zonder kapitein. Bij Happy Days kun je ook terecht voor een lekkere maaltijd en andere leuke activiteiten zoals lasergamen, bowlen en karten.

Bekijk alle mogelijkheden

Sailing map Westfriesland-East (region)

The existing sailing routes in Westfriesland are easily navigable for canoes, whisper boats and larger vessels. This sailing map shows the sailing route of the sloop network and the West Frisian sailing route. You also see the nodes and the distance between the nodes in kilometers.

View the sailing map

Information about boat rental and cruise in Enkhuizen

In addition to the beautiful IJsselmeer, Enkhuizen has many easily navigable inland waterways. After a trip on the atmospheric canals of the city, you can continue sailing to the West Frisian inland waterways. Here you sail through the vast polder landscape and beautiful nature reserves.

Motorboat or sloop

If you want to rent a boat in Enkhuizen, you have come to the right place at Bootverhuur Enkhuizen. At Boat Rental Enkhuizen you can rent a sloop, open motorboat or barge for groups. At your request, they can also arrange a puzzle tour on the water, a picnic basket or a boat trip in combination with a high tea. A completely new package is the 'climb and sail' package in combination with Klimpark Streekbos, a day to remember. Would you rather be sailed around so that you don't have to steer yourself? That is also possible at Bootverhuur Enkhuizen.

Outside Enkhuizen, in the hinterland, there are also various options for renting a boat.

At Rijo Bootverhuur you can rent open polder boats with an outboard motor and canoes. You can then enjoy the natural beauty and tranquility of the polder yourself. Rijo's base is Lutjebroek, an excellent starting point for a trip through the Het Grootslag polder or the De Weelen nature reserve.

Extras

At the above companies it is possible to expand the boat rental with an arrangement or picnic basket. We recommend that you contact the landlords themselves to discuss the options.