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Giethoorn
Netherlands
In the province of Overijssel in the northeastern Netherlands, The 'Venice of the North' has a network of canals instead of streets, lined by thatched-roof farmhouses. The car-free village center can only be explored on foot, by bicycle, or in traditional whisper boats.
What awaits you
ActiveNatureCar-free
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Best time to visit
June–August: up to 23°C with 12h of sunshine per day.
Insider tip: October — a pleasant 16°C with fewer visitors.
Cooler winters (8°C). Best visited in June–August.
Max. temperature
7°Jan
9°Feb
11°Mar
13°Apr
18°May
21°Jun
22°Jul
23°Aug
20°Sep
16°Oct
10°Nov
7°Dec
Sunshine hours
3hJan
4hFeb
7hMar
9hApr
11hMay
12hJun
11hJul
11hAug
9hSep
6hOct
4hNov
2hDec
Rain days
12dJan
15dFeb
11dMar
13dApr
12dMay
10dJun
15dJul
11dAug
13dSep
15dOct
17dNov
16dDec
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Giethoorn as a Vacation Destination
Giethoorn is an excellent choice for active holidays. The best time to visit is June, July, August with temperatures up to 23°C.
The center is easily walkable — a car is rarely needed. Campers will find pitches for both tents and caravans.
The region offers rich cultural experiences: stunning natural landscapes.
Good to know
Price level
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Local languages
NL
Camping
Tent & caravan