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Leeuwarden to Kinderdijk

Updated: March 14, 2024 05:30 AM
Kinderdijk

Leeuwarden to Kinderdijk

Language

Dutch

Currency

Euro (€)

Distance

150 kilometers (93 miles)

How to Reach

  • By train: The journey takes around 1 hour and 45 minutes. Tickets cost around €20.
  • By bus: The journey takes around 2 hours and 30 minutes. Tickets cost around €15.
  • By car: The journey takes around 1 hour and 30 minutes. Parking is available at Kinderdijk for €6 per day.

Expenses

  • Accommodation: Hostels start from €15 per night. Hotels start from €50 per night.
  • Food: A meal at a budget restaurant costs around €10. A meal at a mid-range restaurant costs around €20.
  • Activities: A visit to the Kinderdijk windmills costs €9. A boat tour of the canals costs €15.

Best time to go

The best time to visit Kinderdijk is during the spring (April-May) or autumn (September-October) when the weather is mild and pleasant. The windmills are also in full operation during these months.

What to Eat

  • Stroopwafels: These thin, caramel-filled waffles are a Dutch specialty.
  • Poffertjes: These small, fluffy pancakes are served with butter and powdered sugar.
  • Bitterballen: These deep-fried meat balls are a popular Dutch snack.

Where to Go

  • Kinderdijk: This UNESCO World Heritage Site is home to 19 historic windmills that were built in the 18th century.
  • Rotterdam: This modern city is home to the iconic Cube Houses and the Erasmus Bridge.
  • The Hague: This royal city is home to the Peace Palace and the Mauritshuis Museum.

FAQ

  • How long does it take to get from Leeuwarden to Kinderdijk?
  • The journey takes around 1 hour and 45 minutes by train, 2 hours and 30 minutes by bus, and 1 hour and 30 minutes by car.
  • How much does it cost to visit Kinderdijk?
  • A visit to the Kinderdijk windmills costs €9. A boat tour of the canals costs €15.
  • What is the best time to visit Kinderdijk?
  • The best time to visit Kinderdijk is during the spring (April-May) or autumn (September-October) when the weather is mild and pleasant. The windmills are also in full operation during these months.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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