Jachthaven De Zeemeermin

Tucked into the historic town of Weesp just east of Amsterdam, Jachthaven De Zeemeermin sits close to the Fortbrug bridge and the old Torenfort fortification, giving the marina a genuinely characterful setting that's rare this close to the city. The combination of old Dutch military heritage and quiet waterway life makes this feel like a world away from Amsterdam, even though you're only a short ride from the center. Weesp itself is worth exploring on foot — think compact canal-lined streets, a lovely church, and the kind of traditional brown cafés that Amsterdam's tourist districts have long forgotten.