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nn&nn:“It is a quiet and beautiful little village. It feels a bit isolated when there are few people. Every garden is very beautifully trimmed. You can go boating 🚣🏻♂️ and enjoy the view slowly.”
new2000th:“Giethoorn is located in a nature reserve called De Wieden in the northwest of the Netherlands, about 120 kilometers from Amsterdam. It is called the "Green Venice of the North". The town is just like what is described in fairy tales, with blue sky, green grass, trickling streams, and a quiet and peaceful appearance, which attracts many tourists.
It is said that in the 18th century, a group of coal miners settled here and dug out many sheep horns underground, hence the name "Giethoorn". The residents of Giethoorn still maintain the traditional conical roofs, all woven from reeds. Most of these unique reed houses are located beside the river, connected to the other side by a series of arch-shaped wooden bridges. Each house is a carefully designed work of art, not only the roof, windows, and doors, but also the sculptures on the lawn are realistic and leisurely. Originally, the reed houses were built by poor families because they could not afford bricks and tiles, but now they have become villas for rich people.
When you come to Giethoorn, in addition to walking slowly, you must enjoy the beauty of taking a boat to tour the village. When renting a boat, the store will give you a map of the waterways of Giethoorn. You can find your location clearly by looking for the numbered flagpoles on the water and the waterway numbers on the map.
You can also rent a bicycle and stroll along the boulevard, enjoying the joy of life in the most natural way.”
大姐小露開心果:“Every small building in Giethoorn
All have their own unique style
or reed roof
or a window frame shaped like an eye
Some have beards
Some have extra eyelashes
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In such a fairy tale atmosphere
Escape the hustle and bustle of the city at all
It's like a journey through time and space
Before closing time
Visited the farm museum
It is said
This is the richest place in Giethoorn
It is also the home of the last farmer
in the spacious hall
Place many old daily utensils
clothing
flora of the area
animal
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Tells the history of the city
and community development trajectories
Because there is a Chinese tour guide
So it’s very clear and vivid
But the fee is a little high
local grandparents
Sitting outdoors in traditional clothes
Make fresh waffles
Although a little expensive
You still have to show your support~
Travel information:
Giethoorn in the Netherlands was originally a coal mining area
Coal miners discovered large quantities of sheep horns during mining operations centuries ago
Therefore it is named after it
Two hours from Amsterdam by train
It is recommended to leave directly from the airport after getting off the plane.
You can buy a one-day ticket
When you arrive at Steenwijk, exit the station and go right.
Transfer to bus 70
About 15 minutes' drive
If you have money and leisure
It is recommended to stay one night in Giethoorn
next day
Then get ready and head to Holland Central Station”