Picture of Schiedam
Caption: Schiedam is the city of jenever and gin, but also known as the place with the tallest windmills worldwide (!). Let’s explore the beautiful canals, characteristic buildings, historic warehouses and maybe try some gin at a local distillery! Schiedam Get to know
Video of Stichting De Schiedamse Molens
Caption: The tallest windmills of the world are located in Schiedam. Six of them are idyllically located along the rivers of the historical city centre. There is only one windmill, Molen de Vrijheid, that still operates.
Video of De Bonte Koe Chocolade
Caption: De Bonte Koe is known for its bouchées. These luxurious bonbons have the tastiest fillings and they are freshly made every single week in their chocolate shop.
De Bonte Koe also offers regular bonbons, truffles and chocolate bars. And of course in December the store is full of all kinds of ‘Sinterklaas’ and Christmas items!
Video of Nationaal Coöperatie Museum
Caption: This cute little candy shop can’t be missed when you wander through Schiedam. The shop is actually a part of the Nationaal Coöperatie Museum which you can visit as well. It shows how life was a century ago.
Video of Overmaassesteeg
Caption: In this beautiful street you’ll find, without a doubt, the most iconic house of Schiedam. The white house with its black facades and classic windows is the ideal backdrop for photographing!
Video of de Bibliotheek Schiedam in de Korenbeurs
Caption: The Korenbeurs, a former merchant’s exchange location, is one of the beautiful monumental buildings in Schiedam. It’s build in 1792 by an Italian architect who lived in The Netherlands. Nowadays it hosts a library, a stunning atrium with inner garden and a lunchroom called Césant.
Video of Serious Bee Distillers
Caption: Serious Bee Distillers is without a doubt the most special distillery in Schiedam. They create a beautiful and good tasting distillate from pure bee honey. In addition to distilling this tasty alcoholic drink, they also take care of the wellbeing of the bee. It is such a good product which you have to try if you have the chance!
