Guides

Practical reads for a day on Amsterdam's water.

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  SafetyOutboard theft in Amsterdam: how to protect your boatOutboards are stolen by the thousand in the Netherlands and rarely come back. How to be a poor target, and what to do if it happens to you.5 August 2026 · 8 min read
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  SafetyYour first season at the helm in AmsterdamDocking without stress, who gives way, and the mistakes every new skipper makes on Amsterdam's canals. What to expect in your first season.27 June 2026 · 6 min read
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  RulesAmsterdam canal rules: speed, right of way, mooringSpeed limits, keeping right, the alcohol limit, and who runs the bridges and locks. A plain guide to the rules on Amsterdam's canals.25 June 2026 · 5 min read