Arriving ashore somewhere new often raises many questions for even the most experienced sailor: Where are the best peaceful harbours and marinas to stop? What are the nearest shops and where can I find facilities, fuel and help with repairs? How do I keep the family entertained and where are the best museums nearby? Where can I find the tastiest cheese in Gouda, or authentic stroopwafel bakery? Where is the most delicious chocolate workshop, and where can I watch a clog being made by a traditional shore maker? Sailors need a different kind of pilot guide after arrival and this book is their shore-side companion, helping them to explore and enjoy all the Netherlands has to offer.

There is probably no other country in Europe that packs in so many different types of cruising destinations into one small place as the Netherlands. In the morning you can be moored up in a vibrant, modern city, yet by the end of the day immersed in a quaint, traditional Dutch village, complete with windmills, clogs, and abundant cheese, and with a backdrop of vivid tulips at the right time of year. Paul Heiney, a hugely experienced sailor is the perfect companion for exploring the many harbours and marinas of the Netherlands.

Illustrated with beautiful photographs and maps, this guide brings together the key information needed for your trip, along with Paul Heiney’s brilliant recommendations, all in one handy place, freeing up valuable holiday time.