Experience Volendam

Volendam has 4 churches, which are easy to spot. The two most interesting ones are in the old town centre. The oldest one is the wooden Protestant Stolphoevekerk, build in 1658. This lovely little church is still in use, and most of the time isn't open for visitors. It's a national heritage sight.

The wooden building where fishermen sold their fish to customers for a large part of the 20th century. Build in 1934, it was a central point in town. Now a heritage sight, it remains a landmark today, even between the many other wooden houses.

For an insight in life and work in Volendam as it was at the end of the 19th and beginning of the 20th century, visit this museum. As Volendam was a popular painters subject, you'll get to see a good deal of art, but also traditional costumes, expositions on the fishery and cigar activities, ancient house interiors and folk art.

The St. Vincentiuskerk was opened in 1860 after strong protests from the Roman Catholic community, which had to walk to the church in Edam for centuries. On weekends, it's open for visitors.