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Vinkeveen Base Information

Vinkeveen, situated between Amsterdam to the north and Utrecht to the south, is probably the most well known for the Vinkeveense Plassen an area of lakes and islands that make an ideal spot for a Summer Holiday.


At the Base

Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday: 09:00 to 17:00
Tuesday and Thursday: 10.00 to 16:00
Sunday: Closed

Late Arrivals

If you are going to be arriving at the base late, you will need to inform the base directly or the general sales office where you booked.

When you arrive at the base there will be a note on the reception door informing you where your boat is. The boat will be left open for you to stay on board that night, but cruising will not be permitted. The base staff will do the full briefing the following morning.

When To Arrive

Your boat will be ready to depart for 15:00 - 17:00. We recommend that you arrive 60 minutes earlier for check-in and instructions.

If you have booked an Early Check-in Service, please arrive at the base from 11:00.

Upon Arrival

Our base staff look forward to welcoming you to their cruising region and aim to make your arrival and holiday as smooth and enjoyable as possible.

When you arrive our base staff will:

  • Give you a welcome booklet which contains important safety advice and contact numbers.
  • Ask you to sign documentation to show that certain information has been read and unserstood.
  • Take a Damage Deposit and Engine Hours Deposit.
  • Let you know what time to expect your pre-departure briefing.

Hotels and Restaurants

Hotels

Villa Lokeend - Tel: +31 (0)294 291 544
Fletcher Hotel Amsterdam - Tel: +31 (0)203 113 670

Restaurants

Boathouse Vinkeveen - Tel: +31 (0)297 212 067
Restaurant De Viersprong - Tel: +31 (0)294 295 450
Restaurant Anders Vinkeveen - Tel: +31 (0)297 261 075

Gardens in Vinkeveen

Extra Information

Shops

Supermarkets
Albert Heijn Vinkeveen, 4 km Opening Hours: Monday – Saturday: 08:00 – 21:00 / Sunday: 12:00 – 18:00
Jumbo Vinkeveen, 4 km Opening Hours: Monday – Saturday: 08:00 – 21:00 / Sunday: 09:00 – 18:00

Tourist Info

Herenweg 144 f
3645 DT Vinkeveen
Netherlands

Although free on - road parking is available in Vinkeveen

Fishing

Fishing is allowed on the canal. A fishing permit is required. You can get the fishing permit at a tourist information point.

Travel Information

By Road

Be prepared

It is your responsibility to familiarise yourself with local road rules and abide by them. Most European countries have a list of compulsory equipment that you must take with you. For driving advice and a list of the equipment you'll need, please visit www.theaa.com

From the north (Amsterdam):

Follow the highway A2 in south direction. Take exit number 4 Vinkeveen. Take the first exit at the roundabout. At the next intersection turn right. After about 150 meter you will find the Marina ‘’De Wilgenhoek’’ on your left side.

From the east (Hilversum):

Follow the N201 ‘’Vreelandseweg’’. At the roundabout, take the second exit. Follow this road the next 5,4 km (7 minutes). Turn right in the direction of‘’Groenlandsekade’’. Take the third exit at the roundabout. After about 150 meter you will find the Marina ‘’De Wilgenhoek’’ on your left side.

From the south (Utrecht):

Follow the A2 in north direction. Take exit number 4 Vinkeveen. Follow this road, but keep right. Turn right in the direction of ‘’Provincialeweg / N201’’. After about 350 meter turn right in the direction of ‘’Groenlandsekade’’. Take the third exit at the roundabout. After about 150 meter you will find the Marina ‘’De Wilgenhoek’’ on your left side.

By Air

Nearest airports:
Schiphol Airport - 24km

By Train

Nearest train stations:
Abcoude - 8km