Since we strongly detest conducted tours, we decided to venture out on our own. Took a bus to Volendam and decided to cycle from there to Marken. The 20 km track is by the famous Holland dyke and has to rank as one of the most breathtaking journeys I have ever taken. The pit stop at Monnickendam happened by chance when we couldn’t resist the temptation of fresh strawberries. This quaint old town reminds you of a French town from the “Tale of 2 Cities” ala Dicken style. Just the horse drawn carriages were missing.
Marken is a tiny fishing village and has some wonderful cafes at the harbour. The hallmark of Europe is that you can throw a pebble randomly and wherever it lands – it is good enough to be a picnic spot. All the enthusiasm that served as fuel during the 20 km cycle ride had now given way to tired legs and some good sense. We took the ferry back to Volendam
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