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There is plenty to do in Medemblik. Whether you are looking for peace and space, history and culture or fun. The beautiful nature offers plenty of opportunities for hiking and cycling. There is ample entertainment in and on the water. But there is also plenty to discover and learn about history. The delicious catering and nice shops complete the offer.

Why are you coming to Medemblik?

Peace and space
Wind and water
A day of history
Out and about with the family
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Medemblik has a lot of stories. Read all about them.

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Full steam ahead

The choice was simple: wet feet or hard work. The West-Frisians opted for the latter and pumped the polders dry with...the power of steam. The Stoommachinemuseum is all about this laborious part of history.

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Freshly baked

Nothing beats the smell of freshly baked bread. Museum De Oude Bakkerij is mouthwatering to its visitors every single day. You'll travel 60 years back in time to the days of old-fashioned bread and cookie baking.

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Safe haven

Imagine: your beeper sounds at 3 AM. A ship in trouble. As a member of the Reddingsmaatschappij (Rescue Company), Menno Betzema sails out to save anyone in trouble during the wee hours.

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Like a God in...

Enjoying the view of vines, wine glass in hand: you can do it in West-Friesland. At Saalhof Estate you can taste organic wine as well as stay overnight and enjoy a lavish dinner.

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Rich in wind and water

Sven Luijbe has been addicted to kiting since the age of three. Although it was still a lot of experimentation with the then still relatively unknown sport, Sven was able to kite rather than run, so to speak. Kitesurfing is a way of life for Sven and for many kiters.

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Return to the Golden Age

Every place, every street and every house has a story everywhere and also in Medemblik, the oldest city in West Friesland. Ever wonder what happened here long, long ago?

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Passion for potatoes

Armed with a handle and a potato box, young and old sink to their knees, to dig the greatest treasure of Opperdoes from the earth with extreme caution.

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Please alight

Teletime machines only exist in comics and "Back to the future", right? But no! A trip with the Museum steam tram Hoorn-Medemblik also makes you a time traveler.

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75 years of freedom

Linn is eleven years old. A beautiful little girl from Medemblik. She has long flowing hair, is a Billie Eilish fan and is preparing to go to senior school next year.

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The delicious harbours of Medemblik

Good food, a glass of wine and rippling water around you. You don't need more to feel rich and happy.

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How can you, as an entrepreneur, support this campaign?

Since 2017, tourist-friendly Medemblik presents itself with a new look and feel in collaboration with its own entrepreneurs*. This can be combined with its own brochure, website or flag. The more entrepreneurs join in, the more our forces are combined. While maintaining your own identity. A fleet has more visibility than a single boat. More information

Medemblik and Holland above Amsterdam

Holland above Amsterdam: the best Holland has to offer. The windmills, dykes, polders, villages and cities. Everything you'll find there has been hand-sculpted by the hard work of our ancestors. The rich natural environment gives the area colour. We would love to share a piece of that world with you. Get to know the endless possibilities and the friendly, hospitable and sober locals. More information

The rise of Medemblik, a wealth of stories

In the centre of tranquillity and space lies Medemblik, the oldest city of West-Friesland. By the IJsselmeer and the bustling heart of the world of water sports. More information

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