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Get lost Edam

Picturesque and idyllic

A family walking through the streets of Edam A family walking to the tourist office in Edam People looking up at Edam's Speeltoren

Discover the city's charm

Edam can rightly be called the most picturesque town in North Holland. It is a hidden gem for anyone who wants to discover the charm of the past and walk through it. Here, it really is like stepping back in time. The winding streets, old facades and quiet picturesque canals ooze history.

Trade history, stories and legends

Edam has an idyllic eloquence. Every corner and street manages to inspire with centuries-old buildings and vistas where time seems to stand still.

An aerial view of Edam with the Grote Kerk in it

Discover the imposing Grote Kerk, the old cheese warehouses and the well-hidden Protestantenkerk de Vermaning. Don't forget the old Fort near Edam and the floating cellar in the Edam Museum.

Come and discover Edam

The Speeltoren sounds in the background as you stroll through the narrow alleys, browse through quaint boutiques, discover hidden courtyards and take a break on a quiet waterside terrace.

A family sitting on the Damsluis in Edam

Edam is the perfect destination - to get lost in

More Hidden stories

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    Edam cheese A horse and cart at the evening cheese market in Edam

    Crazy about cheese? You can't believe your luck here! Experience, taste and enjoy.

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    Legends of Edam Paintings on the wall at the Edam Museum

    Discover the stories of the works of art the Mermaid, Grote Meid & Langebaard.

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