{"id":3984,"date":"2026-01-04T00:00:56","date_gmt":"2026-01-03T23:00:56","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dev.envidiaviajeradelamala.com\/?p=3984"},"modified":"2026-06-01T08:33:35","modified_gmt":"2026-06-01T06:33:35","slug":"volendam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/envidiaviajeradelamala.com\/en\/volendam\/","title":{"rendered":"Volendam (Jan 4, 2026):"},"content":{"rendered":"
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<\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/path><\/svg><\/span>We took this trip visiting several cities and countries. Here's the complete route:<\/span><\/path><\/svg><\/div>

Paris<\/a>
Amsterdam<\/a>
Zaanse Schans<\/a>
Edam<\/a>
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Volendam's story in a few lines:<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>

Origins:<\/strong><\/h3>

Volendam emerged in the 14th century when the inhabitants of Edam enclosed their old harbor with a dike. The area was filled in and became a new fishing settlement, which soon grew around the small inner harbor.<\/p>

Middle Ages:<\/strong><\/h3>

Although not a large city, Volendam established itself as an important fishing and agricultural town. Its inhabitants developed a very distinct identity, with traditional clothing and typical wooden architecture that is still preserved today.<\/p>

19th Century:<\/strong><\/h3>

In the 19th century, fishing and shipbuilding boosted its economy. Furthermore, the town began to attract European painters, who found inspiration in its colors, light, and everyday scenes, transforming it into a kind of artistic colony.<\/p>

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Today, Volendam is one of the most visited towns in the Netherlands, famous for its picturesque harbor, traditional costumes, wooden houses, and maritime atmosphere. It is a very popular tourist destination near Amsterdam.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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<\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/path><\/svg><\/span>General conclusions \u2726\u2726<\/span><\/path><\/svg><\/div>

It's a small, residential village. It's pretty, yes, but it really only has the harbor promenade, so if it's conveniently located, fine, but if you're not making a special trip, it's not worth it since there are other very beautiful villages in the area. You can get there by bus.<\/p>

Volendam combines very well with Amsterdam<\/a> because of its proximity and because it allows you to add a traditional village with a port, typical houses and local atmosphere to an urban visit, and with Edam to complete a classic route through the most authentic villages in the area.<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Flight+hotel package with <\/strong>Destinia<\/u><\/a>:\u00a01.370<\/span>\u20ac total.<\/span><\/p>