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Zaanse Schans + Tulips – Windmills, Routes, Timing
Plan an Amsterdam day trip with Zaanse Schans and tulip fields: windmills, heritage sights, routing, and time balance for a full spring day.
4/6/2025
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Windmills and tulips? Classic Netherlands. Here’s how to fit both in one day.
Morning: Zaanse Schans
- Arrive early for quiet lanes.
- Tour select windmills and heritage workshops.
- Short canal views for traditional scenes.
Afternoon: Tulip fields
- Head to Lisse/Hillegom via train + bus or guided tour.
- Choose an easy loop with firm paths.
- Sunset photos among color bands.
Bottom line
A balanced day — heritage in the morning, flowers in the afternoon — gives you a full Netherlands palette.
About the Author
Amsterdam Tulip Insider
I put this guide together to make your tulip‑season day simple, insightful, and full of local tips — from gardens to canals to countryside.
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Zaanse Schans
Day Trip
Tulip Fields
Windmills
Routes
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