Discover the historic charm of Schiedam on a guided evening walk through its iconic streets and canals. Learn stories of its rich jenever heritage and see its most famous landmarks.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5–2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels, no special physical requirements
Wildlife
History
Schiedam's development was driven by the lucrative gin trade, with windmills used to supply grain for distilleries since the 16th century.
Conservation
Efforts are ongoing to preserve the historic architecture and prevent overdevelopment, maintaining the city’s charm.
Cicerones
Discover the historic charm of Schiedam on a guided evening walk through its iconic streets and canals. Learn stories of its rich jenever heritage and see its most famous landmarks.
Cicerones is a Dutch walking-tour operator based in Gorinchem, Zuid-Holland. The company organises guided walking tours across many Dutch cities, offering themed experiences such as hofjeswandeling (courtyard walks), vrouwenwandeling (women’s history walks), stadswandeling (city walks), street art routes and Jewish-heritage tours. Most walks are scheduled as 1.5-hour guided tours; several experience listings note a two-hour Jewish heritage walk in Amsterdam.
Each trip listing describes guided walks that highlight architecture, local history and personal stories — for example hofjes tours of Amsterdam, Leiden and Alkmaar; women-focused walks in Haarlem, Leiden, Utrecht and more; and urban explorations in Rotterdam, Utrecht and Den Bosch. Cicerones runs tours in over twenty Dutch cities, including Amsterdam, Haarlem, Leiden, Rotterdam, Utrecht and Groningen, and offers specialised routes such as street-art and Hendrick de Keyser monument walks.
The booking information and trip summaries emphasise small-group walking itineraries that visit landmarks such as Pieterskerk in Leiden, Jordaan hofjes in Amsterdam, and the Jewish Quarter in Amsterdam. Guides narrate historical context, architectural details and cultural stories tailored to each route. Cicerones presents factual, site-focused tours suitable for visitors seeking history, architecture and local stories in manageable 1.5-hour formats. Based in Gorinchem, the organisation connects visitors with the hidden corners and heritage of Dutch towns through concise guided walks across multiple regions. Tour listings also include Hilversum, Delft, Alkmaar, Zwolle, Den Haag, Groningen, Schiedam, Hoorn, Deventer and Muiden, covering municipal centres, historic neighbourhoods and specialized monument routes across the Netherlands. All trip summaries specify themes, durations and notable sites for planning.
Tours Offered
45+ guided tours
Across cities and themes
Typical Length
1.5 hours
Most walks last 1.5 hours
Base Location
Gorinchem, Zuid-Holland
Headquartered in Gorinchem
Select a city, view detailed trip summaries and secure a spot on a 1.5-hour or 2-hour guided tour across the Netherlands.
Wear comfortable shoes
Streets are cobblestone and uneven, so sturdy footwear is recommended.
Bring a camera
Capture the picturesque canals and historic facades during the tour.
Dress in layers
Evening temperatures can vary; dress accordingly for comfort.
Arrive early
Be punctual to meet your guide at the designated starting point.
Comfortable walking shoes
Necessary for walking on cobblestone streets comfortably.
Camera or smartphone
To capture the city's historic sights and scenic views.
Light jacket or sweater
Add warmth during cooler evening temperatures.
spring|fall|winter
Water bottle
Stay hydrated while walking.
Cities Covered
20+ cities
Historic towns across the Netherlands