De Gooyer Windmill

Overview

De Gooyer Windmill is a historic, functional windmill located in the heart of Amsterdam. It is one of the few remaining windmills in the city and offers a unique glimpse into the Netherlands' rich milling heritage.

De Gooyer Windmill is a symbol of Amsterdam's industrial past and is one of the most photographed landmarks in the city.

Historical Site Cultural Attraction

Location

Address

Funenkade 5, Amsterdam

Neighborhood: Oostelijke Eilanden

Coordinates

52.383100, 4.904700

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

tuesday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

wednesday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

thursday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

friday 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM

saturday 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

sunday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Admission

Adults

€10

Children

€5 (under 12)

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

April to October

Best Time of Day

Early morning

fewer crowds

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

30 minutes

Recommended

1-2 hours

Full Experience

half day

Seasonal Highlights

spring

mild

• spring blooms
• mild weather

summer

warm to hot

• extended hours
• outdoor activities

autumn

cool

• fall colors
• cooler weather

winter

cold

• holiday lights
• festive decorations

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Book ahead
Bring ID
Check weather

What to Bring

essential

ID water tickets

seasonal

jacket umbrella

not allowed

large bags drones

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: moderate

• stairs

Medical facilities: first aid available

Payment Information

Accepted

cash, cards

Currency

EUR

Typical Costs

entry €10

parking €5

food €15

souvenirs €20

Dress Code

casual, comfortable shoes, walking shoes, inappropriate clothing

Booking Tips

• 2 weeks
• official website
• 48 hours
• available

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

De Gooyer Windmill App

Size: 50 MB

Features: Map, Audio guide, Tickets, Event calendar

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Visitor center, Cafe

Charging Stations: Rest areas

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

Distance: 25 km

Travel Time: 30 minutes

taxi

€40 30 min

public_transport

€5 45 min

From City Center

Distance: 5 km

metro

€2 15 min

bus

€1.50 20 min

taxi

€10 10 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Historic importance, unique architecture

Historical Significance: Important events happened here, symbol of Amsterdam's industrial past

Insider Tips

Free entry early morning
Best food at back entrance
Local events often have discounts

Local Recommendations

• Try local cafe
• Ask for guide John
• Visit nearby brewery

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello Hallo

thank_you Dank je wel

where_is Waar is

how_much Hoeveel kost dit

beautiful Mooi

ticket Ticket

Guide Languages: English, Dutch, German

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Main entrance

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Low angle

Result: Great shot

#travel #amsterdam #windmill

Viewing platform

Best Time: Late afternoon

Tips: Wide angle

Result: Panoramic views

#views #panorama #amsterdam

Photography Rules

allowed areas outdoor areas, viewing platform

prohibited areas exhibitions, restricted zones

flash photography not allowed

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy prohibited

tripod policy restricted

selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

Brouwerij 't IJ

Distance: 500m

Walking: 7 min

Type: Brewery

Oostelijke Handelskade

Distance: 1km

Walking: 15 min

Type: Park

National Maritime Museum

Distance: 2km

Walking: 25 min

Type: Museum

Reviews

4.5

Based on 1,000 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

"Book online"
"Visit early"
"Great views"
"Combine with nearby brewery"

Contact Information

+31 20 623 6600

info@degooyer.com

www.degooyer.com

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