Zaanse Schans is a village with authentic wooden houses, windmills, a wooden shoe workshop, cheese factory, and more crafts that give an accurate impression of life in the Netherlands in the 18th and 19th centuries. The windmills of Zaanse Schans are a beautiful tourist attraction in the Netherlands and can easily be visited on a day trip from Amsterdam.
Things to do at Zaanse Schans
Zaanse Schans is a peaceful village on the water but it wasn’t always there. Over time, ancient buildings from the Zaan region have been brought together at Zaanse Schans in order to preserve history and its buildings. Plan to spend half a day in this area.
Windmills at Zaanse Schans
Windmills are a symbol of Dutch cultural heritage. The stunning windmills at Zaanse Schans are still inhabited and used for many different tasks. Wood sawing, grinding spices, mixing paint and so much more! Built around the windmills are traditional Dutch houses and small farms.
