Cruising Guides - Netherlands: Navigation and Marinas

Das IJsselmeer: Mit Noord-Holland - Randmeeren - Flevoland - Vecht - Eem - Loosdrechtse Plassen

Wide open landscapes, peaceful nature, scenic canals, traditional fishing villages, modern marinas and a family-friendly atmosphere make the IJsselmeer one of the most attractive cruising areas for sailors and motorboat users.

This cruising guide provides all essential information needed underway. Clear approach notes, many detailed charts and plans, as well as practical advice on harbours and sights, support safe navigation and enjoyable shore visits.

The guide covers the waterways from Germany to the IJsselmeer, the northern IJsselmeer, Markermeer, Gouwzee and IJmeer, including a trip to Amsterdam.
It also includes the Randmeren, Veluwemeer, the enclosed inland area of Flevoland, Noord-Holland, and the routes from Den Helder to Den Oever and Harlingen, both inland and offshore, as well as the Vecht and the Loosdrecht Lakes. A reliable companion for varied cruising.

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Author:	Manfred Fenzl
Details:	224 pages, 9.7 x 7.1 x 0.83 in (24.5 x 18 x 2.1 cm), hardback
Illustrations:	269 color photos, 100 maps in color
Language:	German
Publisher:	Edition Maritim (D, 2022)
ISBN:	9783667122124

Der Rhein - Vom Rheinfall bis zur Nordsee und zum IJsselmeer. Neckar bis Heidelberg und Lahn bis Limburg

From the High Rhine to the Netherlands: the Rhine and its tributaries offer diverse options for boating holidays. Whether a weekend trip along the vineyards or a longer journey to the IJsselmeer, careful planning is essential.

The 9th edition of the trusted inland waterway guide by Manfred Fenzl provides all necessary information for a relaxed Rhine tour. The compact guide covers all sections of the Rhine - from the Rhine Falls at Schaffhausen to the North Sea in the Netherlands - and its tributaries: High Rhine, Upper Rhine, Middle Rhine, Lower Rhine, Neckar to Heidelberg, Lahn to Limburg, Gelderse IJssel, and Maas.

Detailed river maps with distances, locks, bridge heights, fuel stations, slipways, and moorings make navigation easier. Numerous photos and short texts about each waterway provide clear guidance for planning and orientation.
With this guide, leisure captains have all the information needed for safe and enjoyable boating trips on the Rhine at a glance.

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Author:	Manfred Fenzl
Details:	208 pages, 11.8 x 8.5 x 0.87 in (30 x 21.5 x 2.2 cm), hardback
Illustrations:	140 maps
Language:	German
Publisher:	Edition Maritim (D, 2022)
ISBN:	9783667121608

Friesland: Zwischen Ems, IJsselmeer, Waddenzee und IJssel. Mit Twenterevier und Route durch das Veen

Friesland offers water sports enthusiasts a dense network of canals, rivers, and lakes. Around 1.300 kilometers of navigable waterways and more than 30 lakes allow both relaxed boat trips and active sailing.

This guide presents the most attractive routes in the Netherlands' best-known water sports area. It covers the inland waters of Friesland between the Ems, the Wadden Sea, and the IJsselmeer and shows how the province can be explored from the water.

Overview maps, detailed charts, and numerous photographs aid orientation. Natural anchorages, well-equipped marinas, and notable towns and villages are described, including Leeuwarden, Lauwersmeer, Groningen, Sneek, Sloten, Makkum, Harlingen, Stavoren, Meppel, and the Staande Mastroute for sailors.
Information on supplies and sights supports trip planning. With this guide, you can set off immediately.

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Author:	Manfred Fenzl, Anna Bunde
Details:	232 pages, 9.7 x 7.1 x 0.79 in (24.5 x 18 x 2 cm), hardback
Illustrations:	173 photos, 100 maps
Language:	German
Publisher:	Edition Maritim (D, 2023)
ISBN:	9783667122148

Törnführer Holland 1: Zeeland und die südlichen Provinzen

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This cruising guide offers a comprehensive view of the diverse Dutch landscape. It accompanies you on 13 carefully selected routes, ranging from the wide waters of the IJsselmeer to the historic canals of Amsterdam. Clear charts and reliable information on lock and bridge opening times support safe and relaxed trip planning.

Key mooring places are presented along the routes, complemented by notes on local highlights. Well-structured information helps orientation and invites you to discover quiet villages and historic cities from the water. A dependable guide for experiencing Holland by boat.

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Author:	Jan Werner
Details:	224 pages, 9 x 6.7 x 0.59 in (24 x 17 x 1.5 cm), paperback
Illustrations:	119 color photos, 81 maps
Language:	German
Publisher:	Delius Klasing Verlag GmbH (D, 2025)
ISBN:	9783667129826

Törnführer Holland 2 - Das IJsselmeer und die nördlichen Provinzen der Niederlande

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The Netherlands is shaped by a unique network of waterways and offers ideal conditions for boating holidays. "Törnführer Holland 2", now in its 8th fully revised and updated edition, is aimed at recreational skippers and presents nine well-designed cruising routes through the northern provinces. The routes can be followed individually or combined flexibly.

This nautical guide provides all essential information for a safe and relaxed journey, covering nautical conditions, local culture, supply options and destinations for shore excursions. Colour charts and plans support safe navigation to marinas, berths and harbours.

Author Jan Werner shares his extensive local knowledge and guides readers through renowned areas such as the IJsselmeer, Friesland, the standing-mast route from the Ems to the Wadden Sea, Overijssel, and the routes from Amsterdam to Den Helder and through North-East Holland. Detailed harbour information, service details, current bridge and lock times, and bridge heights make this book a reliable companion for every onboard library.

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Author:	Jan Werner
Details:	224 pages, 9 x 6.7 x 0.59 in (24 x 17 x 1.5 cm), paperback
Illustrations:	123 color photos, 75 maps in color
Language:	German
Publisher:	Delius Klasing Verlag GmbH (D, 2025)
ISBN:	9783667126665

Törnführer Nordseeküste 1 - Cuxhaven bis Den Helder

The North Sea is an attractive but demanding sailing area. Jan Werner's guide presents the best sailing routes between Cuxhaven and Den Helder. The guide explains the specifics of tidal waters in Germany and the Netherlands, allowing even beginners to navigate safely.
Regions covered include Helgoland, Weser, Jade and Jadebusen, the East Frisian Wadden Sea, Ems including Borkum, the Dutch Waddenzee, and the West Frisian Islands. All essential harbor information is included, such as approaches, services, facilities, and sights.

The 9th edition also explains basic seamanship and tidal navigation in an understandable way. Updated data support careful planning and orientation on site.
The North Sea offers experienced and novice sailors diverse trips, striking landscapes, and challenges from tides and changing weather. With this practical harbor guide on board, you are well prepared to enjoy a safe and relaxed sailing experience.

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Author:	Jan Werner
Details:	272 pages, 9 x 6.7 x 0.67 in (24 x 17 x 1.7 cm), paperback
Illustrations:	128 color photos, 100 maps in color
Language:	German
Publisher:	Delius Klasing Verlag GmbH (D, 2024)
ISBN:	9783667121745

ANWB Wateratlas - Friesland

The ANWB Water Charts and Atlases are essential in water sports. No skipper in the Netherlands navigates without this reliable nautical information. This Water Atlas is particularly useful for sailing in Friesland and includes:

- Detailed and reliable nautical maps
- Bridge numbers referring to Wateralmanak 2
- Overview of marinas
- Information on permitted water depths
- Maximum sailing speeds per area
- Detailed maps of key locations
- Clear legend

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Author:	ANWB
Details:	33 pages, 11.8 x 9.7 x 0.2 in (30 x 24.5 x 0.5 cm), paperback
Language:	Dutch
Publisher:	ANWB (NL, 2020)
ISBN:	9789018045951

ANWB Wateratlas - Nederland Midden

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The "ANWB Wateratlas Nederland Midden" is an essential reference for water sports enthusiasts. This atlas combines the well-known ANWB water maps and the information from the Wateralmanak part 2. With the integrated water maps, you can easily navigate lakes and rivers and quickly find information about marinas and operating times of bridges and locks.

The Wateratlas Nederland Midden includes:
- Waterway information
- Facilities in marinas
- Operating times of bridges and locks
- Water maps (scale 1: 50.000, 1 cm = 500 m)

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Author:	ANWB
Details:	120 pages, 16.5 x 12 x 0.47 in (42 x 30.5 x 1.2 cm), paperback
Language:	Dutch
Publisher:	ANWB (NL, 2025)
ISBN:	9789018054076

ANWB Wateratlas - Nederland Zuid

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The "ANWB Wateratlas Nederland Zuid" is a compact and practical reference for water sports enthusiasts. It combines the well-known ANWB Water Charts with information from "Wateralmanak Part 2". This allows for easy navigation on lakes and rivers, with quick access to details on marinas and bridge and lock operating times.

This water atlas includes:
- Waterway information
- Marina facilities
- Bridge and lock operating times
- Water charts at a "1: 50.000" scale (1 cm = 500 m)

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Author:	ANWB
Details:	120 pages, 16.5 x 12 x 0.39 in (42 x 30.5 x 1 cm), paperback
Language:	Dutch
Publisher:	ANWB (NL, 2025)
ISBN:	9789018054083

Vaarwijzer: De Waddenzee - Vaargebieden tussen Den Helder en Sylt

The "Vaarwijzer De Waddenzee" has been the reference work for all water sports enthusiasts who want to sail between Den Helder and Sylt for decades. This waterway, however beautiful, can be very changeable. Author Jan Hueff lives on Terschelling and keeps a close eye on the changes in channels, tidal flats and harbours on all his sailing trips.
This new edition is designed in the new house style of the Vaarwijzer series and has been completely updated and up-to-date.

Many thousands of water sports enthusiasts have experienced successful boat trips and holidays in recent years with the help of the practical Vaarwijzer guides. The series is compiled by experienced sailors in the relevant sailing area. The authors want to inspire readers and provide them with all the necessary information to be able to prepare a trip well.

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Author:	Jan Heuff
Details:	200 pages, 9.7 x 6.9 x 0.75 in (24.5 x 17.5 x 1.9 cm), hardback
Illustrations:	many color photos
Language:	Dutch
Publisher:	Gottmer Uitgevers Groep BV (NL, 2021)
Series:	Hollandia Vaarwijzer
ISBN:	9789064107191

Vaarwijzer: Het IJsselmeer - Al het moois tussen IJburg en Kornwederzand

For many sailors, the IJsselmeer is the first major waterway from the lakes. However, most water sports enthusiasts only sail along the main harbours, while there is so much beauty to be found off the beaten track.
In addition to all the information about the well-known harbours and routes, this Vaarwijzer also tries to tempt the reader to discover lesser-known places. This new edition is completely up-to-date again, including the new sailing area around the Marker Wadden, so that everyone can enjoy themselves on their own water this summer.

Many thousands of water sports enthusiasts have experienced successful boat trips and holidays in recent years with the help of the practical Vaarwijzer guides. The series is compiled by experienced sailors in the relevant sailing area. The authors want to inspire readers and provide them with all the necessary information to be able to prepare a trip well.

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Author:	Michiel Scholtes
Details:	159 pages, 9.8 x 6.9 x 0.55 in (25 x 17.5 x 1.4 cm), hardback
Illustrations:	many color photos and maps
Language:	Dutch
Publisher:	Gottmer Uitgevers Groep BV (NL, 2021)
Series:	Hollandia Vaarwijzer
ISBN:	9789064107412