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Amsterdam  > Day trips   The Zaanse Schans   The Zaanse Schans is famous worldwide for the unique combination of windmills and green wooden houses, characteristic of 17th century architecture.  Read more     SailTrack   Discover Lake IJsselmeer aboard a traditional sailing ship! Authentic clippers or tjalks – Dutch sailing vessel with characteristic spritsail – sail out on the former Zuyder Zee every day in July and August.  Read more   One day in Amsterdam   Only one day in Amsterdam? No problem. In a city that never sleeps you can do a lot in a mere 12 hours.  Read more     A second day in Amsterdam   Experience some more of the bustling Amsterdam city life as you enjoy a second day of museums, shops, historic sights and nightlife.  Read more   Flower Auctions   The day starts early at the two largest flower auctions in Holland. Over 1,500 international growers send their products to Holland to be auctioned. Visitors are welcome at most auctions!  Read more     Volendam & Marken   Volendam and Marken are two picturesque fishing villages along the coast of the IJsselmeer, formerly called the Zuiderzee. Both villages honor their heritage and traditional costumes.  Read more   Cheese Market Alkmaar   Alkmaar is a typical small town in Holland. Its charming center has canals and historic canal houses and the town is surrounded by water. Unlike other small towns though, Alkmaar is famous for its cheese market on the cobble-stoned market square.  Read more