Parking your car next to the boat
Some parkings in Giethoorn are close to a Giethoorn boat rental. From the parking in the center it is 5 minutes walking to the boats.
Driving license in the Netherlands
Driving without carrying a driver's license is a traffic offense and will be penalized as such in Netherlands.
Traveling with minor children in the Netherlands
Minor children need their own travel documents. An entry in the passport of a parent is no longer valid since 2012.
Maximum speed in Netherlands
The maximum permitted speed on the Dutch highways is 100 km per hour between 06.00 AM and 07.00 PM. After 07.00 PM and until 06.00 AM 120 km per hour is allowed. The fact is, that speeding is checked in the Netherlands.
Need road assistance for your car?
The ANWB road guards are technically well trained and equipped with a real ''mobile garage''.So, that they can fix all types of car breakdown.In fact, regardless of brand, type and age. You call the ANWB number (088-26928880) 24/7 when you need roadside assistance. You can read all about the ANWB here.
What is mandatory in the car in the Netherlands
As a motorist in the Netherlands you are not obliged to have certains safety items in your car. But, it is better to bring a first aid kit. Also recommended are, a warning triangle and a safety vest on board you car.
Refuel in the Netherlands
We recommend refueling at an unmanned petrol station. Fact is, that these are often more cheaper. Because, no staff has to be paid. You can only pay there by pin. These pricefighters are located all over the country. The cheapest stations can be recognized by the green color. One tip: refueling on the highway is often more expensive than on local roads.
Corona rules in the car
Whether or not you wear a non-medical facemask in the car depends on the situation:
Read all about the COVID-19 measures in the Netherlands here.
