A thorough knowledge of Marken practical information is essential fpr people who want to visit. This beautiful peninsula in the Netherlands is mostly a vacation destination for  tourists. It has an amazing architecture of wooden houses.

Currency

The official currency of Netherland is the Euro. The exchange value of 1 Euro is around $1.20 USD, depending on the current market situation. Traveler checks and credit cards are also accepted at various places as a mode of payment.

Visa Requirements

Tourists from other parts of Europe, Australia, Britain, Canada and the United States do not require a travel visa, but the passport is compulsory. Tourists from other parts of Europe should provide their National ID card for reference. Applications should be submitted at the relevant consulate in person. There should be at least a 6-month period of validity in your passport from the day of entry into the country.

Language Spoken

Though the official language of Marken is Dutch, tourists will notice that there is a wide range of foreign languages used by many people in Marken. One might even find different dialects of the Dutch language which differ from urban dialect. Within the main cities, tourists can find urban and modern dialects, whereas in the country side, the dialects are different.

Statistical information

Marken, being a small peninsula, is not densely populated. The estimated population as of 2004 census is 1,846. The place is surrounded with greenery, and if you find it to be seemingly densely populated, then it only be due to the tourists.