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Renting a Sloop in Lemmer

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Rent a sloop in Lemmer for a day of boating along the IJsselmeer or inland along the Prinses Margrietkanaal, with a lunch stop in the old inner harbour.

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€ 180–350

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Lemmer is situated on the IJsselmeer and has a large sloop rental market, with operators in the inner harbour and at the Lemster Baai. Sloops for up to eight people are available, often with an engine under 15 hp so no boating licence is required. A day on the water costs roughly 150 to 300 euros for the boat, with fuel on top.

For a relaxed day, sailing inland via the Prinses Margrietkanaal works well, with mooring spots at Tacozijl or along a reed bank. For open water, the route goes through the lock to the Lemster Baai and a stretch of the IJsselmeer along the dike, with the Afsluitdijk in the distance. A lunch stop can be made in the old inner harbour of Lemmer or at a waterfront terrace. Return is usually before 18:00. In winds above five Beaufort, the inland route is a smarter choice than the IJsselmeer.

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Prinses Margrietkanaal · via Wikipedia

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Pick up the sloop from a rental operator in the inner harbour of Lemmer, receive the briefing and the key.

Choose between the inland route via the Prinses Margrietkanaal or the open-water route via the Lemster Baai.

Cruise the first stretch along the quays of Lemmer at a calm pace, taking in the old fishing facades.

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Moor at Tacozijl or alongside a reed bank for coffee, engine off for a quiet break.

Continue towards the IJsselmeer along the dike, or do a loop on the canal for those who prefer to stay inland.

Lunch stop at a terrace in the old inner harbour of Lemmer or on board the boat.

Head back to the rental operator, settle the fuel bill and return the key before the agreed time.

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PaceGround

Duration7u

RouteAny order

Budget€ 180–350

Suggestions

Book at least two weeks ahead during peak season.
Check wind speed and the rain radar before deciding on the IJsselmeer.
Keep a safe distance from commercial vessels near the lock.
Reapply sunscreen after every break.
Agree on how the fuel tank will be settled before you set off.

Variations

- Bij harde wind binnen blijven via Prinses Margrietkanaal.
- Combineren met bezoek aan Woudagemaal in Lemmer.
- Vaartocht uitbreiden naar Sloten als rondvaart van twee dagen.
- Sloep delen met twee gezinnen voor lagere kosten per persoon.