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A popular town, known for the charming fishing boats lining its coast and the traditional attire still worn by the locals.

Volendam is a popular tourist attraction in the Netherlands, well known for its old fishing boats and the traditional clothing still worn by some residents. The women's costume of Volendam, with its high, pointed bonnet, is one of the most recognizable of the Dutch traditional costumes, and is often featured on tourist postcards and posters (although there are believed to be fewer than 50 women now wearing the costume as part of their daily lives, most of them elderly). There is a regular ferry connection to Marken, a peninsula close by. Volendam also features a small museum about its history and clothing style, and visitors can have their pictures taken in traditional Dutch costumes.

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Volendam, Netherlands

Volendam by screenpunk

A popular town, known for the charming fishing boats lining its coast and the traditional attire still worn by the locals.
Town Center, Volendam

Volendam y Marken (Holanda) by Juan Enrique Gilardi

Stroll through this charming town center, hunting for unique souvenirs and enjoying the upbeat atmosphere of this traditional town.
Volendams Museum

at Volendam tourist office and museum by l r

Delve into the local culture as you explore this museum and its collection of traditional attire, historic artifacts, and local cigars.
Palingsound Museum, Volendam

Palingsound by Roel Wijnants

Focusing on the history and production of the popular local delicacy - smoked eels - this museum is a unique and fun venture.

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