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An active day out?
Discover the Zaan region on foot! Enjoy the protected villagescapes, vistas, heritage, but also the beautiful natural areas.
Bog and industry, village and town, new and old architecture. The Zaanstreek has a lot to discover and enough water and green to do so actively.
From a diversion along industrial heritage to a brisk walk: you will see more of the region on foot.
Old Zaandijk walk
Plenty to see and experience with opportunities for stops with some goodies, fun shops and sights. An excellent way to let Zaandijk come to life during a nice walk!
You can buy the booklet in the Zaanstore or via the button below. Have fun walking!
To Zaanstore webshop
10 walking routes in the Zaan region. - the most beautiful routes according to regional experts.
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Old Krommenie
Old Krommenie
Marvel at the showy wooden facades that have stood the test of time. 5 km route.
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Wormerveer
Wormerveer
Iconic factories and unusual residential courtyards in this village with open waterfront. Route of 6.5 km.
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Zaans heritage
Zaans heritage
From tourist attraction Zaanse Schans to picturesque Haaldersbroek. Route of 6 km.
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Industrial heritage
Industrial heritage
Walking route of 5 km that takes you along the water of the Zaan as much as possible.
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Zaanish landscape painters
Zaanish landscape painters
Enjoy the world of meadows and water that inspired many painters. Route of 10 km.
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Gortershoek en Domineetuin
Gortershoek en Domineetuin
Walk of 3.5 km through protected village site Gortershoek and the authentic neighbourhood De Domineestuin.
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The Zaandam port area
The Zaandam port area
discover the mysterious hembrug site and wander along the banks of the zaan
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Czaar Peter & Monet
Czaar Peter & Monet
Walk where architecture, urbanism and art meet. Route of 5 km.
City walk Zaandam
Do you know where those whales on lanterns come from? Or where you can find Verkade biscuits in a facade? Put on your daring (walking) shoes and experience your region differently!
There is a city walk for sale in the Zaanstore that really brings Zaandam to life.
To Zaanstore webshop
Wandering around the Hembrug site
Wander the mysterious Hembrug site and discover the history of the former arms and munitions factory.
Artist Jan Rothuizen drew a map of the Hembrug site and Hembrug Museum for the Zaans Museum.
The map also includes an audio tour with stories from former employees. You can order it online from the Zaans Museum or buy it at some Zaans locations.
To map in Zaanstore