Guides

Practical reads for a day on Amsterdam's water.

• MooringProvisioning by boat in AmsterdamWhich supermarkets you can reach by boat, where to tie up while you shop, and how to keep it all cold on the way home.12 July 2026 · 6 min read
• MooringWinterising your boat in Amsterdam: afloat or ashoreWhat to do before the first frost, and how to decide between leaving her in the water or hauling out for winter storage.25 June 2026 · 7 min read
• MooringMooring in Amsterdam: where to tie up, and the costThe four kinds of tie-up, free public moorings against paid berths, the vignette rules, and where to find good quays by neighbourhood.25 June 2026 · 5 min read
• MooringQuiet canals and overnight mooring near AmsterdamWhere to tie up for a quiet night near Amsterdam, what the rules allow, and which stretches stay calm once the day boats go home.25 June 2026 · 3 min read
• MooringFree mooring in Amsterdam: where to tie up for nothingWhere you can tie up for free in Amsterdam, how long you can stay, and the honest catches worth knowing before you count on a spot.25 June 2026 · 3 min read
• RulesBuying a boat in Amsterdam: the checklistWhat to check before you hand over the money: hull, engine, papers, and whether a mooring comes with it. A new owner's checklist.25 June 2026 · 8 min read
• RulesBoat vignette Amsterdam: what you register and payWhat the binnenhavengeld (harbour fee) vignette costs in 2026, who needs one, how to register your boat, and the tariff bands by length.25 June 2026 · 7 min read