Led by an experienced Urk guide, you'll be shown the folklore of the old (former) island of Urk in a unique way as you stroll. You'll encounter charming landmarks you'd normally pass by. A visit to the lighthouse is also an option.

A day when almost every man and woman in Urk wears traditional costumes. Around the harbor, you'll find a flurry of activity with fish frying, net mending, and photoshoots. Mark your calendars for this one day a year: the Saturday before Pentecost.

During the summer months, a boat trip to historic Enkhuizen (on the other side of Lake IJssel) is an experience not to be missed. Click on the image below to see all the information, including departure and arrival times.

Urk boasts two spacious beaches with freshwater and lovely fine sand, near the lighthouse and the harbor entrance. On the beach at the harbor entrance, you can rent lounge chairs from the beach pavilion, and of course, you can also enjoy drinks and food on the spacious terrace.

The little church by the sea is well worth a visit. It was donated by the city of Amsterdam, whose city emblem is displayed above the church's side entrance. The beautiful old interior and magnificent organ are sure to bring a smile to your face. Opposite the church by the sea, you'll find the fishermen's monument.

Wooden fishing boats were once vulnerable and often fell prey to storms and waves. Many steel cutters also sank with all hands. Many paid for their fishing with their lives. Lost at sea, often never to be found again. It happened more than once that a cutter and its crew were lost at sea. The sea gives and the sea takes.