The main attraction in Giethoorn is admiring the rows of enchanting thatched homes adorning the canals. Some of these are farm houses dating back to the 18th and 19th centuries. Yet there are plenty of other things to do. Visit Punter Yard Wildeboer, a shipyard that still builds traditional punters like the boat in the foreground. Succumb to an enticing menu at one of several cafes and restaurants. Sip a cold Dutch beer to cool off on a hot afternoon. Peek inside boutique shops. Or simply watch passing swans and people from the comfort of a bench while licking an ice cream cone. If you visit in the winter, plan on skating down the frozen canals with the local children.
