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Bungalow park in the woods at De Bult near Steenwijk, with a pool, restaurant and its own boats in Giethoorn.
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Steenwijk: the gateway to Giethoorn
Nine kilometres from the village, with the nearest railway station, bus 70 to Giethoorn and A32 exit 7. Almost everyone who comes by train passes through here.
The town
Station, bus and a market square
Steenwijk is the nearest town with a railway station, 9 km from Giethoorn. Trains from Amsterdam take about 90 minutes; from Zwolle it is about 15 minutes. From the station, bus 70 brings you to Giethoorn in 11 to 15 minutes.
By car, Steenwijk is where you leave the A32 (exit 7) and follow the N333 and N334 into the village. Free parking is waiting at our dock at Zuiderpad 14A.
The town itself has a market square with shops and terraces, handy for an ice cream (IJsmakers at Markt 32) or supplies before you head to the water.
- 9 km from Giethoorn
- Railway station with trains from Amsterdam, Zwolle and the north
- Bus 70 to Giethoorn: 11 to 15 minutes
- A32 exit 7, then N333/N334
Distances and times
Steenwijk to Giethoorn
Bus 70: 11 to 15 minutesFrom Steenwijk station to Giethoorn (stops Kerkweg, Ds. Hylkemaweg, Centrum), about every hour. No cash: pay with a bank card or OVpay. Line 270 is a fast service.
Train to SteenwijkAbout 90 minutes from Amsterdam, about 15 minutes from Zwolle.
A32 exit 7Then N333 and N334 to Giethoorn: about 15 minutes.
9 km by bikeFlat and signposted via the cycling junction network.
Bus 70 in short
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Route | Steenwijk station to Giethoorn (Kerkweg, Ds. Hylkemaweg, Centrum) |
| Journey time | 11 to 15 minutes, about 7 km |
| Frequency | About every hour; first bus around 06:58, last around 19:56 |
| Payment | Bank card or OVpay at the reader; no cash |
| Fare | Roughly €3 to €4, depending on the tariff |
Times change per season; check 9292.nl on the day. In Giethoorn, the Ds. Hylkemaweg stop is the one for our cruise dock, Hotel Old Art and our restaurant (Hylkemaweg 7); for the boat rental at Zuiderpad 14A, check the nearest stop on 9292.nl.
Things to do
Around Steenwijk
Stay
Landgoed Baars
Forest park at Bergweg 76, Baars, about 15 minutes’ drive from Giethoorn.
Cycling
Long loops
Steenwijk is the start of the 79.9 km loop via Blokzijl, the Weerribben, Giethoorn and Zwartsluis.
From the station to the boat in 20 minutes
Take bus 70 into the village: the Ds. Hylkemaweg stop is right by our canal cruise dock at Hylkemaweg 7. Our boat rental is at Zuiderpad 14A. Book online so your boat is ready when you arrive.
Questions about Steenwijk
How do I get from Steenwijk station to Giethoorn?
Bus 70 leaves from the station and takes 11 to 15 minutes to Giethoorn. Pay with a bank card or OVpay; no cash on board.
What is the last bus back to Steenwijk?
Around 19:56 according to the timetable we found, but times change per season. Check 9292.nl before you set off.
How long is the train from Amsterdam to Steenwijk?
About 90 minutes, then 11 to 15 minutes by bus. Our train page has the full route; our coach from Amsterdam is the alternative at €39, or €49 with a canal cruise.
Can I park in Steenwijk and cycle to Giethoorn?
You can, but there is no need: parking at our dock at Zuiderpad 14A is free. If you do cycle, it is 9 km on flat, signposted paths.
Which motorway exit do I take?
A32 exit 7 (Steenwijk), then the N333 and N334 to Giethoorn.
Almost there
Book your boat or canal cruise online before you get on the bus: the best price and a guaranteed boat.