Zaanse Schans

Zaanse Schans

The owner of the herring stand in Haarlem recommended this place after I told him I was looking for windmills. Zaanse Schans is conveniently located within walking distance of the Zaandijk train station.  Don't forget to stop at one of the local chocolateries along the way. Once I reached Zaanse Schans in Zaandam, I took a small boat across the Zaan River into Zaandijk for 1 euro. I was rewarded with a homemade truffle made with chocolate from the factory just 2 miles away and a delightful conversation with another world traveler who owned the chocolaterie and is on a historical society preservation board. What are the odds?!


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    Playlist: Zaanse Schans

    The windmills are calling and the alluring smell of chocolate leads you to local chocolatiers. Thirsty? There's plenty of sinaasappelsap (orange juice) to go around. This playlist was inspired by my day trip to Zaanse Schans. Please enjoy it and share!

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