Sailing rules in the village canal of Giethoorn

  • Mooring under a bridge is forbidden
  • Try to take into account the residents of Giethoorn
  • In the village canal there is a one-way traffic (point 1 to point 4)
  • A tour boat always has priority
  • Don't argue with other boat drivers
  • Don't just step into a resident's garden
  • Keeping hands and feet on board
  • Only dock your boat if there is enough space (Logical thinking)
  • Make room if the emergency services want to pass
  • You must be at least 16 years old to drive a rental boat

Sailing rules on the open water near Giethoorn

  • Sail as much as possible on the right
  • Pass an oncoming boat on the right
  • Docking is allowed at most restaurants
  • Mooring at the islet is allowed
  • A tour boat always has priority
  • Make room if emergency services want to pass
  • Hands and feet outside the boat are allowed
  • Swimming is allowed (watch out for blue-green algae and other boats)
  • Dogs are allowed to swim (watch out for blue-green algae and other boats)
  • You must be at least 16 years old to drive a rental boat
  • Respect nature