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Get access to the Kinderdijk UNESCO World Heritage Site, including historic museum windmills, scenic boat tours, and pumping stations.
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Step inside two authentic working windmills and get a firsthand look at how Dutch millers lived and worked.
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Hop on a boat cruise through the canals of the Kinderdijk polder for a unique water-level view of the 19 windmills and the surrounding countryside.
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At the Wisboom pumping station, enter the 19th-century engine room and discover how steam and later electricity were used to manage water levels.
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Head to secondary pumping station De Fabriek for a deep dive into the story of Kinderdijk through an informative film and interactive exhibits about the water management system.
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Entry to Kinderdijk UNESCO World Heritage
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Entry to both the Blokweer and the Nederwaard Museum Mill
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Entry to the Wisboom pumping station
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Informative film and exhibition in secondary pumping station De Fabriek
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Boat tour
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Audio guide in English, Dutch, French, Spanish, Italian, Chinese, and German in the Kinderdijk online guide
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Transport to Kinderdijk
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Guided tour
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Food and drinks
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Parking fee
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Shuttle bus
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These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Step into Kinderdijk, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and explore the world’s largest historic windmill complex at your own pace.
Getting started
You don’t need to begin at any specific location. Simply walk to the different visitor sites, where your ticket will be checked. For more information at the start of your visit, stop by the reception at the Visitor Center.
What to expect
Kinderdijk
Kinderdijk is a remarkable Dutch landmark, recognized for its 19 windmills that have managed water and shaped the landscape since the 18th century.
Features:
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Blokweer and Nederwaard Museum Mills: Step inside two authentic windmills and discover the daily lives and stories of the millers who kept Kinderdijk running.
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Scenic boat tours: Cruise through the polders and along the mills for panoramic views of the windmill-lined waterways.
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Wisboom pumping station: Visit the engine room and learn how this innovative station revolutionized water control in the region.
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De Fabriek exhibition: Watch the informative film and explore interactive exhibits detailing Kinderdijk’s history and engineering feats.
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Multilingual audio guide: Access detailed commentary in English, Dutch, French, Spanish, Italian, Chinese, and German to enrich your visit.
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What to bring
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Have your digital entry tickets ready on your smartphone at the entrance of each visiting location for a seamless experience.
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Dress appropriately for the weather, as parts of the experience are outdoors.
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Carry your earphones for an immersive audio guide experience.
What’s not allowed
- Dogs on a leash are allowed at all locations and tour boats except for the catering facilities in the Visitor Center and the Blokweer Museum Mill.
Accessibility
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This experience is wheelchair accessible.
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Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
Additional information
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Opening hours vary seasonally, with specific times for boat departures and museum access. Kinderdijk is open from 10:30am to 4pm until December 31. The last boat departs half an hour before closing time.
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The tour boats may occasionally be unable to sail due to adverse weather conditions.
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You can park your car for €9.50 at the entrance of the mill area. Address: Nederwaard 1, Kinderdijk.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
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Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
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