Kinderijk is located in the Alblasserwaard polder, in the province of South Holland (Netherlands). It is an extensive area of land reclaimed from the sea, at the confluence of the Lek and Noord rivers, dedicated to cultivation, where canals meander between the two rivers and 19 enormous coordinated windmills fight to intelligently manage excess water. Much of this area is below sea level. Kinderdijk belongs to the municipality of Molenlanden, and one of the mills, Blokker, belongs to the municipality of Alblasserdam.
A little history
Kinderdijk resort
The Kinderdijk windmills are a popular tourist attraction, welcoming more than a million visitors each year. The windmills are a symbol of the history and culture of the Netherlands, and are a reminder of the ingenuity of the Dutch in controlling the waters.
Information on schedules, prices and others
- Hours: Kinderdijk is a public site, but museums and attractions are open to the public between 12:00 and 4:00 p.m. (in summer from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.). Closed on December 25.
- Price: The visit to Kinderdijk is free, but to enter some of the museums, such as the Museummolen Blokweer or the Museummolen Nederwaard, you have to pay. There is also the possibility of taking a cruise and seeing the mills from the water.
- Other information: The windmills are not adapted for visitors in wheelchairs or baby strollers, but the rest of Kinderdijk is. Wheelchairs can be rented free of charge for visitors who need them. Those with a disabled card can also park for free.
In short, the Kinderdijk resort is a charming and unique site that offers visitors the opportunity to explore the rich history of Dutch windmills, enjoy stunning landscapes and immerse themselves in the culture and hydraulic engineering of the Netherlands.
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