Fun on a budget in North Holland
Laag Holland is bursting with fun and inexpensive activities! We have listed the best free and/or low-budget activities in Noord-Holland for you. With these inexpensive and free trips in Noord-Holland, you can have a great day out even on a small budget!
1. Cycling, tasting and playing in the Beemster for a small price
Looking for an affordable and original family outing? In the Beemster, a colourful children's folder will take you on a tour of farm shops, stalls and playgrounds. The two child-friendly cycling routes are full of fun facts about regional products and farm life. With the included sticker sheet, every visit becomes a party: after each stop, place a sticker on the map. And at home you can bake real Beemster Pancakes together with the ingredients you bought yourself. The leaflet is available at various points of sale.
Cost: €2.50
2. Playgrounds in Laag Holland
Laag Holland offers plenty of fun for children with a wide range of playgrounds. For example, visit the Speelbos in Purmerend, where children experience adventures by climbing, scrambling and building huts in nature. Speeltuin De Speelderij in Volendam is also a popular destination. This safe playground has equipment for all ages, ideal for families. Looking for something more challenging? Then go to the Twiske Adventure Playground, where children can have fun with water games and climbing equipment. Enjoy a wonderful day outdoors at these adventure playgrounds for a small price! Read all about it in the blog 'Playgrounds in Noord-Holland'.
Cost: ranging from free to €2 per child per day
3. Discover Waterlandsmuseum de Speeltoren
Right in the centre of Monnickendam stands the beautiful Speeltoren, with the iconic carillon at the top. Here you will find the Waterlandsmuseum de Speeltoren, a surprising museum for all ages. Discover the region's rich history, learn about the landscape and experience the unique sound of the carillon. You can even play a carillon yourself! This museum is a perfect outing for the whole family, packed with interactive elements that will appeal to young and old alike. A fun and educational adventure for everyone!
Cost: Family ticket €15.00
4. Spotting gnomes in De Beemster
Children can join Bennie the Boskabouter on an adventure in the Beemster Arboretum! During the walk along the Gnome Path, gnomes show the way and children discover nature in a playful way. The path is open daily and accessible free of charge. Make the experience even more fun with the gnome pack: a booklet full of assignments, a pointed hat and knapsack. Afterwards, you will receive a gnome diploma! Please note: the gnome package must be booked in advance.
Cost: Free or €4.50 per child
5. On expedition in Etersheim
Expedition Etersheim is a beautiful walking route (3 kilometres) that takes you through the historic Etersheimerbraakpolder. Along the way, you will enjoy the beautiful views over the Markermeer and learn more about the history of this area. The route offers interactive experiences and takes you past mini museum De Waterwolf, the Schooltje van Dik Trom and the Etersheimer Braakmolen, among others. Ideal for families and lovers of culture and nature, this route combines beautiful landscapes with fascinating stories from the past.
Cost: the route, the mini museum and the Brekermolen are accessible free of charge. For the Little School of Dik Trom, there is an entrance fee of €1 for children under 12 and €3 for adults.
6. Adventure in Het Twiske
Recreational area Het Twiske consists of a third of water and offers numerous opportunities for swimming, diving, surfing and sailing. It is a favourite spot for families, where children can have fun in and around the water. For adventurers, there is the Adventure Playground, where you can discover the pirate ship, take the ferry across the water or cross the land at a great height via the cable car. In addition, the Speelsloot and Spartelvijver provide endless water fun. A perfect place for a day of adventure and discovery!
Cost: Free
