Our base in Hindeloopen
About Hindeloopen
Hindeloopen is located in Friesland, a rural, traditional and culturally rich region of the Netherlands. Famous for its lakes and water sports, life is slower-paced in these parts and well suited for those wishing to escape the hustle-bustle and breathe a little! Hindeloopen itself is on the shores of the IJsselmeer with a long maritime history, quirky cobbled streets and ranked as one of Europe’s most beautiful villages.
To make your arrival as smooth as possible please ensure you follow our travel information.
From Hindeloopen it is:
- 29hrs (12 locks, 11 lifting bridges) to our base in Vinkeveen
What you get on the base
Facilities
- Toilets
- Showers
Extras & options for your cruise
The following extras are available to prebook or purchase locally at this base. A reduced fee will apply to items that are prebooked. Please see 'Vacation Extras' for more details about each extra. Restrictions apply.
Extras
Early check-in & late check-out
Boat cleaning
Parking - (see 'Travel info' tab)
Eco cleaning pack
L.E.D. lantern
Top-deck cushions
Grocery packs
Fun extras
Bike hire
Special occasion gift baskets
Gas barbecues
Angling dinghy and outboard
Opening hours
Mon, Wed, Fri and Sat: 9am – 5pm. Tue and Thu: 10am – 4pm. Sun: Closed | If there is no one at the base at a specific time during these hours, the phone number below will be diverted and an alternative number will also be displayed at the base.
Address
Le Boat Hindeloopen
De Tolve 6
8713 LK Hindeloopen
NetherlandsTelephone
+31 (0) 514 591251
Travel to Hindeloopen
By Train
Closest train station(s):
- Hindeloopen: 2km
- Leeuwarden : 44km
By Roads
Be prepared
It is your responsibility to familiarise yourself with local road rules and abide by them. Most European countries have a list of compulsory equipment that you must take with you. For driving advice and a list of the equipment you’ll need, please visit https://www.theaa.com/european-breakdown-cover/driving-in-europe
Directions Hindeloopen marina:
From North (Groningen). Take the E22 south to Drachten and Heerenveen. This road becomes the A7 – stay on this road through Sneek and then at Bolsward, turn off onto the N359 south to Hindeloopen. After 13.7 km, turn off the N359 when signposted to Hindeloopen. After 1.9 km the road bends sharply to the left. Follow it over a bridge, signposted to Schullenburg. Follow the road for 500 m – you will see the base signposted on the left.
From South (Amsterdam). Take the A1 and then the A6 motorway north and exit at junction 17, signposted to Lemmer/N359. At the end of the slip road, turn left onto the N359. Stay on this road, through Lemmer and to the west. At Balke, turn left at the roundabout (still N359) following signs to Stavoren. After 13.5 km, turn off the N359, signposted to Hindeloopen. After 1.9 km the road bends sharply to the left. Follow it over a bridge, signposted to Schullenburg. Follow the road for 500 m – you will see the base signposted on the left.
Car rental
Betten Autoverhuur in SNEEK (30 km). Tel: +31 (0)515 413 807
Parking
Pre-bookable unsecured parking available onsite (fees apply).
No van or trailer space.
By Air
Closest airports:
- Amsterdam Schiphol: 122km
- Groningen: 106km
To book a taxi to or from the base you can contact the number below.
Taxi Bosman’ (+31 (0) 6 45 305 630 | [email protected])
Approximate price (4 passengers) from:
- Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) €195
- Leeuwaarden Train Station €100
Arrival at Hindeloopen
For more details about:
- when to arrive at our bases
- what to expect when you arrive
- how to prepare for check-in
- what happens on your final day when you return your boat
visit our 'arrivals' page.
Local info
Payment Means
Please note that your security deposit, engine hours deposit (see compulsory costs) & any extras added at the base and are required to be paid in local currency by card. Our bases accept Visa & Mastercard, but not American Express.
Hotels
Hotel De Stadsboerderij - Tel. +31 (0)514 521 278
Restaurants
De 3 Harinkjes - Tel. +31 (0)514 522 222
Pizzeria Oost Achterom - Tel. +31 (0)514 522 053
Shops
Hindeloopen marina: There is a small supermarket close to the base. Open Mon-Fri 8:30 -12:30 & 13:30-19:00, Sat 8:30-12:30 & 13:30- 18:00, Sunday 9:00 - 12:00
Local market
The nearest market is in Sneek. Open Tuesdays & Thursdays
Tourist Info
Dijkweg 1 (next to the church)
8713 KD Hindeloopen
Tel. +31 (0)514 851 223
Fishing
Fishing licenses can be ordered prior to arrival at http://www.vispas.nl
Electric car charging points
Suderséleane 29, 8711 GX Workum (7 km)