[2025 Edam Shopping Mall] Travel Guide for Edam Cheese market (Updated Jul)

#summervacay 📍 Why Visit Edam in Summer? Famed for its namesake cheese, this quaint 17th-century town comes alive in summer with Wednesday cheese markets (July-Aug), canal cruises, and hidden cheese cellars. Less touristy than Gouda, but just as delicious! 🗓️ Half-Day Cheese Hunter’s Itinerary Morning: Cheese Market & Canals 9:30 AM – Arrive Early (market starts at 10:30 AM, Wednesdays only). Watch cheese porters in traditional dress carry wheels on wooden sledges. Taste young vs. aged Edam at the De Kaaswaag (weigh house). 11:00 AM – Canal Boat Tour (€10, 45min) Glide past gabled merchant houses and under Dutch drawbridges. Midday: Cheese Cellars & Lunch 12:30 PM – De Tijd Cheese Cellar Descend into a 400-year-old cellar to see cheese aging on wooden shelves. 1:30 PM – Lunch at De Fortuna Try cheese croquettes and Edam beer soup in a garden courtyard. Afternoon: Hidden Gems 3:00 PM – Edams Museum Peek into the “Floating Attic” (a hidden room that levitates during floods!). 4:00 PM – Bike to Volendam (30-min scenic ride) Stop at J.C. van der Hoek cheese farm for farm-fresh samples. 🧀 Cheese Hunter’s Toolkit: ✅ Edam’s Signature: Look for red-waxed wheels (young) or black-waxed (aged 18+ months). ✅ Must-Buy: Pepper-infused Edam at Kaasmarkt Edam. ✅ Secret Spot: De Kaashoeve – A farm shop with cumin-spiced cheese. 📌 Pro Tips: Transport: Bus 110/111 from Amsterdam Central (40min) or bike from Volendam (rentals at Edam harbor). Parking: Free at Grote Kerk parking lot. Avoid: Non-Wednesdays if you want the full cheese market experience. "Edam isn’t just cheese—it’s a creamy bite of Dutch Golden Age history." Ready to wheel-y enjoy it? 🚲🧀

#europetravel Do not miss out the river town of Edem if you want to experience the tranquility of Dutch towns! My visit to Edam, the charming river town, was a delightful experience. Walking through its quaint streets, I was AMAZED by the well-preserved historic buildings and the beautiful canals that lined the town. The picturesque scenery, with its iconic cheese market and vibrant flowers, felt like stepping back in time. I enjoyed sampling Edam herring, which was just as delicious as I had heard. ❤️😋 Walking along the canal, I took in the serene views and the gentle sounds of the water. The peaceful vibe made Edam such a perfect spot for a relaxing day trip. 😍 I would never forget about this place!

#2024travelwishlist #travelinspiration #attractionphotographyguide #weekendtour #overseastourism #checkin #checkinplace #goodplacestocheckin #goodplaces #goodfood #cheese #travel There is an ancient cheese market in the Netherlands. I visited it last year. Edam Cheese market Kaasmarkt Edam is a traditional event held every summer on Wednesday morning. Farmers can be seen transporting round red and yellow cheeses to the market by boat or horse-drawn carriages, and then professional cheese carriers move them to the scales and trade with buyers. I think this scene is very interesting and historical. I can also taste different types of Edam cheese. The texture and flavor of cheese are very unique. Some are salty, some are sweet, some are rich, and some are light. My favorite is the cheese with herbs or pepper. It is delicious when eaten with bread or fruit. I also bought some cheese as souvenirs and took it home to share with family and friends. If I have the chance in 2024, I will definitely come here again. In addition to the cheese market, the small town of Edam is also worth a visit. There are many ancient buildings, such as churches, museums, and castles, which are all very distinctive and charming. We also took a tourist boat to enjoy the scenery along the beautiful canals and experience the Dutch style. I think Edam Cheese market Kaasmarkt Edam is a great tourist destination to experience Dutch culture and food, and I highly recommend it to everyone. 📍Jan Nieuwenhuizenplein 5, 1135 WT Edam, Netherlands