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Discover the authentic bakery of Woltje and taste the Volendam Stroopwafel
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- Dive into the world of the Stroopwafel
- Taste the Volendam culture
- See how syrup waffles are made
Opening hours
Open daily from 10:30 - 17:00
Ticket information
Pick a timeslot for the demonstration
Tickets are available on your phone directly
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For questions, please contact [email protected]
Accessibility
- Wheelchair friendly
Woltjes Backerij
Amsterdam
Amsterdam
Public Transport
From Amsterdam Centraal, take bus 316 towards Volendam-Edam and get off at Julianaweg-Centrum. From there, it's a 5-minute walk to the port.
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The tastiest Dutch treat: the Stroopwafel!
World-famous for a reason: the stroopwafel is a treat for everyone! At Woltje they are freshly baked for you. This ticket gives you access to a peek in Woltje's kitchen, where you will learn how stroopwafels are made. And of course, you get to taste them too! Join a demonstration and enjoy the different flavours. Did you already know about the existence of the Volendam waffle? Learn what makes it different!
At Woltje, you step inside the authentic Volendam bakery. The bakery is a museum, bakery and shop in one. Taste the atmosphere of old Volendam. On the first floor, a house, with kitchen and bedroom have been recreated in the old Volendam style. Walk inside and experience the world of Woltje.
The story of Woltje
The story of Woltje's Backery begins on 11 October 1799. During a visit to Gouda, Woltje from Volendam discovered the syrup waffle. She took the recipe with her to Volendam and even though the syrup waffle was not exactly the same as the one in Gouda, it was an instant hit! Her creation was the Volendam waffle, which is slightly different. Woltje perfected the recipe for the standard Stroopwafel, but the Volendam waffle remained on the menu. Of course, if you're in the area, you have to taste it for yourself!
Take a unique peek inside the bakery. The bakers show how the tastiest biscuits have been made for years. Learn about the traditions of the Volendam people and taste the waffles.
Buy your tickets here
For sweet tooths in Woltjes a must, but even if you're not into sweets, this bakery is a great experience. Get a piece of Dutch culture and learn more about Volendam. Get your tickets for the stroopwafel demonstration and tasting here.
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SydneyBek
Yummy - definitely get the waffles!
These were the best waffles I’ve ever had (including in Belgium)! We had the apple compote, sour cherry and Nutella and strawberry waffles and shared them. All were good but the strawberry one was my favourite. We had the fish and chips next door first, which were great, and we’d had a great day riding hired bikes in the region.
Oct 8, 2023elyshias2017
Delicious and not to be missed
We went for the stroopwafel making demonstration. I'd highly recommend this for all. This kids (aged 3 to 9) loved it. They take small groups, so felt nice and intimate. It's also downstairs, so away from the busle of the street. At the end we got a free tasting of the one we just saw being made, then went back upstairs to receive our own full, fresh one. There's also free samples in the shop for their different flavours.
May 20, 2023jaycee997
Amazing
The BEST stroopwafels I have ever had, hands down a MUST. The cinnamon in them puts them above and beyond anyone else’s. Super friendly staff as well.
Apr 8, 2023williamskdn
Great shop with a demonstration.
Great shop with a demonstration. Really tasty waffles. This was interesting. The staff were friendly and helpful. The prices were reasonable.
Feb 16, 2020Dmh165638
Tasty discovery of Stroopwafles
Very cool stop for us. We had never heard of stroopwafles but we really enjoyed watching them be made and the taste was amazing. I had to buy a few packages to take home and buy a few fresh made ones as we walked out the door. Very fun experience.
Oct 21, 2019mayja
Parada obligatoria!!
Sitio de parada obligatoria si visitas Volendam, wafels recién hechos, múltiples variedades aunque yo me quedo con el más simple, azúcar y nata montada!! Todo por 4€!! Sitio con muchísimo encanto, personal súper amable y comunicativo.
Apr 23, 2024jessnalavince
Miam !
Une première pour nous d’avoir goûter les stroopwaffels ! Malgré qu’assez lourd nous nous sommes régalés 😃 Petite boutique très sympas ainsi que les vendeurs. Une adresse à ne pas manquer !
Dec 29, 2023PyPa49
Très bonnes gaufres
Visite de cette fabrique de gaufre incluse dans notre excursion. Nous assistons à l'histoire de la gaufre et la fabrication et dégustation de l'une d'entre elle. La présentation en anglais et facile à comprendre et enjouée Gaufre très bonne, différentes gouts sont proposés.
Jun 5, 2023LoreMF
El mejor stroopwafel
Comí varios stroopwafel durante mi viaje y los de esta tienda fue el mas rico. Los wafel tambien muy buenos, recién hechos y muy tiernos.
May 19, 2023lavacanzadiunavita
Buon waffle al centro di Volendam
Buon waffle al centro di Volendam a ridosso della zona portuale. Prezzi abbordabili. Preparati al momento. All'interno vendita di cioccolato Droste
Apr 22, 2023jpardomo
Wafels y stroopwafels
Lugar perfecto para probar los típicos wafels y stroopwafels con diferentes coberturas. También es tienda con muchas variedades de estos típicos dulces.
Dec 6, 2022ggANh
A por el gofre!
Probamos las Stroopwafels cuando nos hicieron la demostración de cómo se elaboran y, aunque están buenas, preferimos comprar unos gofres o Wafels. Fue un acierto, estaban deliciosos, los mejores que he probado.
Sep 27, 2022vijverem
Super lekker en leuk voor een cadeau
Super lekkere verse Stroopwafels! Voor mij een naturel stroopwafel en deze was heerlijk! Ook genoeg leuze in de winkel om andere smaken Stroopwafels te kopen, en leuke ingepakte cadeaupaketjes met Stroopwafels!
Jun 19, 2022Xirivica
Gran descubrimiento!!
Hacíamos turismo por este pueblo cuando pasamos por delante de este local. Nos vinieron ganas de probar esta especie de galletas!! Están espectaculares!!!! El local es precioso, y el personal muy atento y simpático!!! Vale la pena parar a comer una galleta de estas!!
Aug 18, 2021Sophietje02
Een leuk bakkertje waar je
Een leuk bakkertje waar je ook demonstraties kunt krijgen van hoe een stroopwafel wordt gemaakt (en natuurlijk proeven!). Er is ook een klein museumpje over droste met een oud ingericht woonkamertje, eetkamertje en keukentje.
May 23, 2021estherdA8796EN
Lekkere stroopwafels en vriendelijk personeel
Lekkere stroopwafels en vriendelijk personeel. Het museum vind ik bijzonder, dat gaat over Droste. De link naar stroopwafels ontgaat mij compleet.
May 15, 2021WillyBi
Bontà e gentilezza
Abbiamo visitato questa "pasticceria" con dimostrazione di come vengono prodotti i waffles. Tutto molto curato e dolci veramente buoni
Sep 7, 2020marcosO2967PE
Dolci al top
Visita a questa antica pasticceria e a valso la penna visto come vano fatti questi biscotti e poi ho visto quando si mangiano vanno messi sopra il calore in modo che si scioglie il caramello.
Aug 17, 2020crissy1760
il paradiso dei waffel!
e' il paradiso dei waffel, grandi, morbidi e sarete molto imbarazzati perchè la scelta è a dir poco infinita !
Mar 8, 2020lucianacordoba
Wafles... de todos tipos
Asistimos a una demostración de cómo se hacen los tradicionales wafles holandeses, los redondos con caramelo en su interior, arriba te muestran un modelo típico de una casa holandesa, de como vivían en tiempos anteriores y luego te hacen degustar los distintos tipos de galletitas. Al último pasas por la venta de sus productos.
Feb 28, 2020ambris9
I migliori <3
I migliori waffles sono qui! Per noi una tappa fissa ogni volta che passiamo da Volendam.. Da provare tutti gli abbinamenti con frutta e salse, ma il TOP è quello al gusto apple pie!
Jan 19, 2020rachinefamily
Excellente stroopwafel
Service impeccable. Serveuse souriante et gaufres au syrop au top. Emplacement de premier choix le long de la promenade maritime.
Nov 2, 2019gaydonna
Einwandfrei
Die Geschenkpackungen (Storage jar Woltjes) kamen bei den Beschenkten hervorragend an. Ebenfalls sind die kleinen Kekse (Schepsnoep Oud Hollands) sehr gut als Kaffe-/Cappuccino-Deko geeignet.
Sep 26, 2019AniJosRo
Immer wieder gut
Die Waffeln kann man mit verschiedensten guten Dingen bestellen und sind jedes Mal ein Genuss. Sollte man unbedingt probieren.
Aug 28, 2019ednux
Très bonne découverte
Un accueil agréable et souriant même avec des touristes qui ne parlent pas hollandais. Les gauffres sont très bonnes (un peu lourdes).
Aug 16, 2019Normandeuse76
superbe boutique
tout est frais et préparé sur place !! les fruits sont frais et on peut déguster sur place ces gauffres garnies , mais 4 ,50 euros quand même
Apr 20, 2019GabrieleH336
Waffeln
Sehr leckere Waffeln unterschiedlich zubereitet, Sehr lecker :) :) Mir hat die Waffel mit Sahne und Erdbeeren am besten geschmeckt. Außerdem gibt es hier die typischen Honigwaffeln mit Karamell und Karamell/Schokolade. Super lecker !!!!!
Aug 10, 2018weinbergschnecke2
Sehr sehr leckere frische Waffeln
Es gibt viele verschiedene frisch gebackene dicke (belgische) Waffeln, die im praktischen Plastikschälchen mit Gabel to go gereicht werden. Verdammt lecker! Eine Waffel mit Puderzucker kostete 2,00 Euro. Mit Sahne 50 Cent mehr. Wer Obst dazu mag zahlt nochmal happige 2,00 Euro mehr. Außerdem werden extra große stroopwaffels zum Sofortverzehr verkauft und die traditionellen Stroopwaffels verpackt zum Mitnehmen. Schade, dass es keine Sitzmöglichkeiten / WC gibt. Aber die Waffeln sind die besten die wir je gegessen haben! Unbedingt zu empfehlen!
Jan 2, 2018M4230LPchristinel
Delicieuses gaufres faites sur place par un personnel chaleureux et tres aimable.
Je suis ravie de l'accueil et de la visite du musée en sous sol. L établissement est une ancienne boulangerie.
May 15, 2017
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