Water
Gooimeer lake on the one side, IJmeer and Markermeer lakes on the other. This is what makes Almere a true paradise for water sports enthusiasts. You can sail right through Almere with a small motor boat or canoe. Discover the Noorderplassen nature reserve by dinghy, rent a canoe or sailing boat or book a tour on an excursion boat. Water aplenty!
Boat rental
Want to enjoy a day of sailing in Almere with family or friends? From canoe to sloop and from sailboat to pedal boat. There is plenty to do.
Rent a boatDiner by the water
Boathouse in Almere is a unique location on the water and is the place for good food, drinks and parties. All this in a relaxed and surprising environment.
The restaurant for lunch and dinner is Brasserie Bakboord in Almere with daily fresh dishes. This restaurant is also called one of the best in the Netherlands.
What are you going to eat tonight? Come and eat well at De Beren in Almere Centrum.
Sailing map
The VVV Almere Tourist Info offers three sailing routes set out on a map and available for €1. The map has full information about sailing in and around Almere, key telephone numbers and the locations of all harbours, as well as water sports enterprises.
Beaches
The Stedenwijk beach is located in Almere Stad close to Hengelostraat/Oeverpromenade. There are excellent views over the Weerwater lake and the centre of Almere is only five minutes' walk away. Toilet facilities are available.
Strandbad Duin
IJmeerdijk 3
1361 AA ALMERE
The Fantasie beach is located behind Oorweg/Bergsmapad at the Weerwater lake. You can enjoy great views of Almere's skyline from the grassy slopes of the Fantasie beach. The Fantasie beach offers diverse water sports facilities
Noorderplassen beach is located behind the Hogering on the edge of the Waterwijk district. Toilet facilities available.
You will find this beach on the Noorderplassen lake. Toilet facilities are available. The beach is particularly suitable for water sports.
Beach The Lumiére beach is located in the Filmwijk district between Lumiérepad and Fellinilaan.
Marina Muiderzand
IJmeerdijk 4
1361 AA ALMERE
Almere Haven beach is a sandy strand, located on the outskirts of Almere Haven. The beach is extremely suitable for families. You can have something to eat and drink at the Di Lago beach pavilion. Toilet facilities are available.