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FAQ about Amsterdam Canal Cruise

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What is the route of an Amsterdam Canal Cruise?

Answer: Well, each cruise company in Amsterdam offers a slightly different route, but in general, the route of a standard canal cruise with most of the leading companies includes sailing through Amsterdam’s famous Canal Ring (Grachtengordel) and the Amstel River, passing under the Skinny Bridge (Magere Brug), along the Westerkerk Church, and by the Anne Frank House. It is a circular route with no stops, and it lasts about 1 hour. 

Here is a breakdown of the routes of the most popular cruises offered by some of Amsterdam’s leading cruise companies (Lovers, Stromma, Flagship and Blue Boat):

Lovers Canal Cruise Route

Departs from Amsterdam Central Station and sails through the city’s historic canals, including the Skinny Bridge (Magere Brug) and the Anne Frank House. Click here for the company page.

Stromma Canal Cruise Route

Departs from Damrak Pier 5 (opposite Central Station) or Stadhouderskade near the Rijksmuseum, and passes along the main canals, Westerkerk, the Anne Frank House, and the Skinny Bridge. Click here for the company page.

Flagship Canal Cruise Route

Departs from Hard Rock Café (Leidseplein) or Stadhouderskade 550 (opposite the Heineken Experience), and sails through the Canal Ring, Skinny Bridge, and Montelbaanstoren. Click here for the company page.

Blue Boat Canal Cruise Route

Departs from Prinsengracht 263 (near the Anne Frank House) or Stationsplein (opposite Central Station), and offers a circular cruise around the Amsterdam Canal Ring. Click here for the company page.

Note: These are the routes of the most popular cruises, but these companies also offer additional cruises with different routes. Visit the companies’ pages to see exactly what they offer.

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