Step back in time to Old Holland (video)

Old Holland towns such as Edam - the pearl of Noord-Holland -, Marken, Volendam, Zaanse Schans and Alkmaar hark back to times of more honest crafts, showcasing the traditional skills the region was famous for: shipbuilding, fishing and cheese making.

Alongside such classic industries, you can also experience the heritage of the Dutch industrial revolution – a time when smoking chimney stacks and spinning sails enabled the mass production of goods in the Netherlands. Discover Old Holland's best sights, towns, villages and hidden gems, and how to plan your trip to the region from Amsterdam.

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