This Marken travel guide will help you plan and enjoy a trip to this beautiful destination. It makes a great daytrip and the easiest connecting route is from Amsterdam. The real feel of a traditional picturesque Dutch fishing village is to be experienced here. It has retained the old-world charm and ambience of the older centuries which is an added attraction to the visitors.

Local Attractions

Marken and its surroundings are worth a visit for its splendid scenery. At the Dyke, the houses painted in green look quite interesting to a new visitor. The religious isolationism bearing the traditionalistic approach of Marken often attracts many tourists. You can take a stroll at the beaches or simply watch fishermen catching fish and help them out your way.

Weather

Temperature in the city of Marken varies with seasons. The lowest temperature could be 0.75 degree Celsius, while it can reach a maximum of about 23 degrees Celsius.  

Visit Marken Marina

If you wish to take a look at the tiniest marina of Europe, you must visit Marken. Despite its smaller size this marina is worth exploring. It is the starting and ending point of the eight-kilometer-long circular walk called ‘Marken-in-the-round.’ You can stop over to the fish bars serving delicious dishes.

Lighthouse

The first lighthouse in Marken was built in the year 1700. But later on the foundations were added to it in 1839. Because of its shape, locals call it by the name "Paard." It is no longerf a destination marker for ships in the sea. But it is used to host events, water sports and other occasions. It is the focal point of Marken and there are residents who look after the architecture.

Marker Museum

It is an epitome of architectural excellence in Marken. There are six cottages of former fishermen which are now used to accommodate the museum. In one of these cottages you get to see the lifestyle of a fisherman in the earlier part of 1930. Various audio-visual displays and other exhibits related to technology and fashion are also housed here.

Shopping

Marken does not offer remarkably lucrative facilities for shopping.  But you will come across several souvenir shops selling wood-crafted items, wooden shoes and many more. You can find shops featuring books, groceries and stationery items at a close by place called Edam. Volendam is also a nice place to shop for various items.