Muiden



Muiden is a pleasant town in the Netherlands of approximately 7,200 people (2021), on the shores of the IJmeer, at the mouth of the Vecht river. The town is known for its yacht harbour and for its historic castle, the Muiderslot. Its proximity to Amsterdam - it is just 12 km east of the city centre - makes it a good day trip for anyone looking to get out of the city.

By car
There are large parking areas on the outskirts of Muiden. It's not worth taking your car into the town. There are only two bridges across the river Vecht here, the motorway and a narrow swing bridge: on Sundays the narrow bridge is closed to cars.

By bicycle
It takes about an hour to cycle from central Amsterdam to Muiden.

You can also take the train to Weesp, rent a bike at that railway station, and cycle to Muiden (2 km).

Get around
Muiden is quite small, so getting around on foot or bicycle is the only reasonable option.

See
The whole historic centre of the town is a protected area (Rijksbeschermd gezicht Muiden). There are a few nice places to see in Muiden: the historic river quayside, the boats moored there, the lock, the forts of the Stelling van Amsterdam and above all the Muiderslot.

Do
Boat trips are possible on the river Vecht and on the Gooimeer (former Zuiderzee). Also rental of all sizes of rowing/motorboats and sailing ships, with or without captain.

Eat
Favourite restaurants are "Graaf Floris van Muiden" which attracts most tourists and sailors and the more exclusive "De Doelen". Both are situated on the quayside.

Drink
Cafe Ome Ko is the favorite place on the waterfront. Watch the boats go by!

Go next


Within an easy reach by bicycle are the fortified towns of Weesp and Naarden.