Amsterdam Canal cruise in German
Shared Cruise·
★★★★★5.0
·by Canal Motorboats & Eco Boats Amsterdam
€23.04/ person
5.0
Exceptional
1,664 reviews
What guests loved most
Aldo M.
“Nick was the best man in the city! Very beautiful experience!”
From €23.04
German speaking tour • For all ages • 1 hour cruise • Join us on a tour through the city!
Hop aboard a one-hour canal cruise and see Amsterdam from the water with commentary in German. Departing from Amsterdam Central Station, experienced local skippers navigate the canals and share historical and cultural insights as you pass iconic sights. Boats may be open or fully covered depending on the weather, so you can enjoy views comfortably in most conditions. The relaxed pace makes this a great orientation for first-time visitors and a pleasant outing for all ages.
Departure point: Stationsplein 18, 1012 AB Amsterdam (a one-minute walk from Amsterdam Central Station).
Please arrive 10 minutes before departure.
In addition to the regular boat price, city tax of €2.70 per person is charged; group size should be indicated during booking.
“Nick was the best man in the city! Very beautiful experience!”
Aldo M.
August 2026
“Nick was the best man in the city! Very beautiful experience!”
Andrea M.
August 2026
“Best experience”
Alessandro C.
August 2026
“Nick è stato ottimo💪🏼”
Matteo
August 2026
“Very good person! Nick!!”
m V.K.
August 2026
“Top”
Krishan V.
August 2026
“Timon was wild and amazing”
Nate S.
August 2026
“Timon is a beast of a guide”
Unai M.G.
August 2026
“Incredible experience and incredible service from Rick and the team! Highly recomended!”
Luca N.
August 2026
“Wonderful boat ride with Timon”
Isabel G.
August 2026
“I recommend Eco Boats for your canal ride. Timon was a great guide, funny and informative!”
Fabio D.S.
August 2026
“Perfecr simon osvery good”
Lynsay B.
August 2026
“We loved the trip! Timon was a great guide. Very funny and informative.”
Valen
August 2026
“I love you timon”
Justin B.
August 2026
“We had a wonderful time with Timon”
Lara D.B.
August 2026
“Great boattour!!”
Klaas D.B.
August 2026
“Timon wist veel te vertellen”
Luis J.G.
August 2026
“Amazing! Knowing Amsterdam in this way has been really beautiful!”
Oonnati D.
August 2026
“Timon, our skipper was funny and knowledgeable.”
Julia M.
August 2026
“Our guide Timon was great - informative while also entertaining. Such a good canal tour.”
Stephen A.
August 2026
“Timon gave me and my family a fantastic tour around Amsterdam. He was informative and open. Can happily recommend this trip”
Amsterdam Canal cruise in German departs from Stationsplein 18, Amsterdam.
Prices for Amsterdam Canal cruise in German start at €20 per person.
Amsterdam Canal cruise in German is operated by Canal Motorboats & Eco Boats Amsterdam and can be booked directly through BoatLocal.
Canal Motorboats & Eco Boats Amsterdam
Canal Motorboats was founded in 1996 and is the oldest boat rental company in Amsterdam. Its sister brand, Eco Boats Amsterdam, runs the fully electric side of the fleet — whisper-quiet, emission-free boats used for self-drive rentals (no boating license required), private charters with a skipper, and scheduled shared canal cruises. Boats depart from Stationsplein, right by Amsterdam Central Station, with shared cruises from €20 per person and private charters from €400.
View all cruises by Canal Motorboats & Eco Boats AmsterdamThis operator's policy: Free cancellation 24h before departure time; Change time 12h before departure time; Increase guests 1h before departure time; !Bookings for Kings day (26/04/2025) are not eligible for a refund or rebooking after cancelling!.
This varies by cruise — check the feature badges and 'What's Included' section on this specific cruise page above for exactly what's covered (drinks, snacks, toilet, heating, and more) before you book.
Yes — shared cruises are booked per seat, so solo travelers, couples, and small groups can all join the same departure alongside other guests. Check this cruise page for how many seats you can book in one reservation.
Yes, as long as a time slot is still open for booking on this page. Every booking is confirmed instantly online — no waiting to hear back. Each available time shows its own booking cutoff, so grab a spot before it closes if you're booking for the same day.
Up to 25 guests · from €21
