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Marken

Village · North Holland, 🇳🇱 Netherlands
Population 1,745
Area 55 km²
Time zone Europe/Amsterdam
Marken

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Marken Essentials

Marken is a historic Dutch village characterized by its iconic green wooden houses built on mounds and stilts to protect against flooding. This former island, now connected to the mainland by a dike, centers around a traditional harbor. The village features sites like the Marker Museum, which showcases local heritage and costumes, and a working wooden shoe factory. Visitors typically arrive via the ferry from Volendam, landing at the terminal near historic shops and regional eateries.

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Waterfront Escapes

Explore the maritime heritage of the Gouwzee region, featuring the historic harbor of Marken and the extensive facilities at Marina Resort Uitdam. This collection highlights the watersport hub of WV Volendam alongside the scenic piers and lake views that define the North Holland coastline. These locations provide direct access to the Markermeer for sailing, traditional architecture in former fishing villages, and modern docking facilities for regional boaters.

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Marken — Map

Marken — Map

Climate & when to visit

Best time to visit: June

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Typical weather in January

Poor
  • 6° (feels like 1°) · extremes -5°–11°
  • 2° at night
  • 13 rainy days
  • 0 sunny days
  • 2 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • 5°C · too cold to swim
  • UV index 0 · low

Typical weather in February

Poor
  • 7° (feels like 2°) · extremes -5°–12°
  • 2° at night
  • 13 rainy days
  • 3 sunny days
  • 3 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • 5°C · too cold to swim
  • UV index 1 · low

Typical weather in March

Poor
  • 9° (feels like 5°) · extremes -3°–15°
  • 3° at night
  • 12 rainy days
  • 6 sunny days
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • 6°C · too cold to swim
  • UV index 2 · low

Typical weather in April

Fair
  • 13° (feels like 9°) · extremes 1°–21°
  • 6° at night
  • 12 rainy days
  • 8 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • 9°C · too cold to swim
  • UV index 3 · moderate

Typical weather in May

Good
  • 17° (feels like 14°) · extremes 5°–24°
  • 9° at night
  • 13 rainy days
  • 8 sunny days
  • 8 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • 13°C · too cold to swim
  • UV index 5 · moderate

Typical weather in June

Great
  • 20° (feels like 18°) · extremes 9°–27°
  • 12° at night
  • 13 rainy days
  • 7 sunny days
  • 8 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • 17°C · too cold to swim
  • UV index 5 · moderate

Typical weather in July

Good
  • 21° (feels like 20°) · extremes 11°–29°
  • 14° at night
  • 16 rainy days
  • 6 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Comfortable humidity
  • Light breeze
  • 19°C · cool for a dip
  • UV index 5 · moderate

Typical weather in August

Good
  • 21° (feels like 20°) · extremes 11°–29°
  • 15° at night
  • 15 rainy days
  • 5 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Comfortable humidity
  • Light breeze
  • 20°C · cool for a dip
  • UV index 4 · moderate

Typical weather in September

Good
  • 19° (feels like 17°) · extremes 8°–25°
  • 12° at night
  • 13 rainy days
  • 5 sunny days
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • 17°C · too cold to swim
  • UV index 3 · moderate

Typical weather in October

Fair
  • 14° (feels like 11°) · extremes 4°–19°
  • 9° at night
  • 15 rainy days
  • 3 sunny days
  • 3 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • 14°C · too cold to swim
  • UV index 1 · low

Typical weather in November

Poor
  • 10° (feels like 6°) · extremes 0°–14°
  • 5° at night
  • 15 rainy days
  • 0 sunny days
  • 2 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • 10°C · too cold to swim
  • UV index 1 · low

Typical weather in December

Poor
  • 7° (feels like 2°) · extremes -4°–12°
  • 3° at night
  • 14 rainy days
  • 0 sunny days
  • 1 hour of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • 7°C · too cold to swim
  • UV index 0 · low

Climate data: NASA POWER + Copernicus ERA5-Land and ERA5 · 1996–2025

Practical information

Currency
Euro EUR € · Card payments · Widely accepted
Emergency numbers
112
Electricity
Type C / Type F
230 V · 50 Hz
Languages
Dutch
Tap water
Safe to drink
Driving side
Right
Calling code
+31
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Tours & Activities

Marken
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Marker Museum
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Marken's Wooden Shoe Factory

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