Are you sure this isn't a page from a fairy tale?

🌷 Giethoorn, Netherlands🌷 (Giethoorn) is known as the "Venice of the North" and is the most poetic fairy tale town in the Netherlands! There are no roads here, only winding canals and reed huts, as if you have entered Andersen's fairy tale world! ✨ Traffic Guide 🚂 Take the train from Amsterdam Central Station to Steenwijk Station (about 1.5 hours), then take bus No. 70 to Dominee Station. If you drive yourself, you need to park your car at the entrance of the village. Motor vehicles are not allowed in the village. Must-try experience 🚤 1. Rent an electric boat or rowing boat (12-30 euros/hour, up to 10 people) and travel through the green river. The store will provide a water map. 2. Rent a bicycle in the countryside (about 10 euros/3 hours), explore the forest trails and wooden bridges, and experience the pastoral idyll. 3. Museum exploration: Visit the Farm Museum and Shell Art Museum to learn about traditional Dutch life and natural treasures. Best time 🌞 March to October is the best time to visit. In the early morning (6-9 am) and evening (7-10 am), there are few people, the scenery is beautiful, the sunlight is soft, and the reflections are picturesque. Accommodation recommendations 🏡 The homestays in the village are warm and comfortable. It is recommended to stay in the reserve to experience the quiet countryside, but the price is relatively high; the entrance has convenient transportation and is suitable for a day trip. Useful Tips 💡 - Avoid the peak period from 11:00 to 15:00 as the large number of tourists will affect the experience. - Prepare cash, as some train stations have unmanned ticket machines. Come to Giethoorn and be the protagonist of a fairy tale for a day! 🚣‍♀️🌿