The Netherlands, AmsterdamSeptember 16, 2026, by Lieke Koppert

You sail the Amsterdam canals with Mokumboot.

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The Netherlands, Amsterdam, September 16, 2026, by Lieke Koppert

You sail the Amsterdam canals with Mokumboot.

Viewing Amsterdam from the water is always a good idea. Especially when the sun is shining, the canals are glistening, and you are thoroughly enjoying your weekend (or holiday). With Mokumboot, the options are endless (literally and figuratively): take the helm yourself or simply sit back and relax while a skipper navigates you through the city (or just outside). Electric boats, private boats, onboard catering. Make it as relaxed or elaborate as you like. During a team outing with the Barts Boekje team, we boarded one of Mokumboot’s boats, complete with a skipper. And we enjoyed it immensely.

Sail yourself or with a skipper

Sail yourself or with a skipper

At Mokumboot, you rent an electric sloop and navigate the Amsterdam canals yourself without a boating license. You determine your own route, pace, and playlist And of course, you can always dock along the way for a coffee, a drink, or a pizza (just like we did ourselves). Prefer not to arrange anything at all? Then book a boat with a skipper and you really only have to sit back and relax. That's nice too.

For larger groups, there are private boats available, optionally with a skipper and on-board catering. Great for a birthday, bachelor party, family day, or a team outing. Honestly, by the way, we don't necessarily need an excuse.

Amsterdam (and surroundings) from the water

Amsterdam (and surroundings) from the water

There are few ways Amsterdam looks as charming as from the water. You sail past famous canal houses, under low bridges, and right through the coziest parts of the city. Even that route you’ve cycled a hundred times suddenly feels very special again. But you don’t have to stay in Amsterdam. From the city, you can also easily sail towards the greenery and villages surrounding Amsterdam. Mokumboot has various boarding locations in and around Amsterdam, so you can decide for yourself where your adventure begins and ends.

Sunglasses on, drink in hand, and strolling in the sun. At least, if the weather cooperates. And otherwise? Put on a coat, grab a blanket, and enjoy that typical Dutch weather. With a bit of luck, you can even choose a covered boat. Amsterdam and its surroundings are simply just that little bit nicer from the water.

Mokum boat

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