• Munt Tower (Munttoren) - Known as De Munt, the Munttoren is officially named Regulierstoren and was once part of the Regulierspoort. This city gate was among the three primary gates of Amsterdam’s medieval fortifications. It was named after the Reguliersklooster (1394-1532), a monastery that stood at the site of the later Keizersgracht, outside the Regulierspoort.
• Dutch National Opera & Ballet - The Dutch National Opera (DNO), previously known as De Nederlandse Opera and now De Nationale Opera in Dutch, is an opera company located in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Its current home is the Dutch National Opera & Ballet, situated in the Stopera building, a modern structure designed by Cees Dam and Wilhelm Holzbauer, which opened in 1986.
• The Dancing Houses - Cruise past the renowned Dancing Houses on the Amstel and learn why they tilt in various directions. The guide will share the history behind these distinctive facades.
• The Amstel - The Amstel is the largest canal, around which Amsterdam was established. Originally a river, fishermen constructed a “dam” and named it Amstel’re’dam.
• Magere Brug - Among Amsterdam’s numerous bridges is the charming Magere Brug, known in English as the Skinny Bridge. This wooden drawbridge was once so narrow that two pedestrians could barely pass each other. To accommodate growing traffic on the Amstel, a wider bridge replaced the original narrow one in 1871.
• Herengracht - The three main canals (Herengracht, Prinsengracht, and Keizersgracht), excavated in the 17th century during the Dutch Golden Age, form concentric rings around the city, known as the Grachtengordel. Alongside these canals are 1550 monumental buildings. The 17th-century canal ring area, including the Prinsengracht, Keizersgracht, Herengracht, and Jordaan, was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2010, enhancing Amsterdam’s reputation as the “Venice of the North.”
• Seven Bridges View Point - Due to the curvature of most canals in Amsterdam, viewing so many bridges simultaneously is quite rare!
• Golden Bend - Cruise past the Golden Bend, the most prestigious section of Amsterdam’s canals. Learn how affluent merchants constructed their grand canal houses here during the Dutch Golden Age.
• Westertoren - Pass by the historic Westertoren and discover why its tower remains a city symbol. Listen to stories about its Golden Age origins and cultural importance.
• Brouwersgracht - Pass by the historic Westertoren and discover why its tower remains a city symbol. Listen to stories about its Golden Age origins and cultural importance.
• Central Station - Cruise past Amsterdam Central Station, the city’s main transportation hub since 1889. Learn how this remarkable neo-Renaissance building was built on thousands of wooden piles.

• Experienced German-speaking guide
• 1-hour canal cruise through Amsterdam
• Unlimited drinks (if option chosen)

Explore Amsterdam from the water on a leisurely 1-hour canal cruise with a German-speaking guide. Relax on a comfortable, fully electric boat and take in the city’s famous canals while enjoying captivating stories in your native language.

Sail through the UNESCO-listed canal belt, passing by the Jordaan district, the Golden Bend, the Skinny Bridge, and along the Amstel River. You might also see landmarks like the Anne Frank House and the Seven Bridges view.

Everything is clearly explained in German, ensuring you catch every detail. The host provides insights into Amsterdam’s history, culture, and daily life, from the Golden Age to the present, along with background stories and local tips.

With a small group on board, the atmosphere is relaxed and personal, allowing time for questions.

Optional unlimited drinks (wine, beer, and soft drinks) are available during the cruise.

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