Boat rental Leiden
Experience Rembrandt’s city from the water! The canals measure an incredible 28 kilometres and feature 88 bridges!
- Book online
- € 60 per hour, members enjoy up to 50% discount
- Suited for 12 persons per boat
- Boating license is not required
- Easy to operate the boat
- Central location of the dock
- Activate and deactivate your boat by phone
- Boats have a powerful electric engine
- Min. renting period is 2 hours
Renting a boat from Sloepdelen is easy
You can rent a boat within minutes by using our online reservation system.
Reserve online
Easily book your boat through our online reservation system.
Start the boat
Before departure you will receive an activation link through SMS, which gives you the possibility to start the boat.
Go out on the water!
Explore the canals of Leiden yourself, 100% electric.
Map with tips for your trip in Leiden
Highlights
Zijlpoort
Zijlpoort is a city gate in Leiden. The gate was constructed in the classicist style in 1667, based on the design of the master architect Willem van der Helm from…
Rijksmonumenten van Leiden
The city of Leiden is home to an incredible 1235 national monuments, so a boat trip through Leiden is therefore also a journey through history!
Rembrandt bridge
Iconic draw bridge in Leiden. Named after the famous city painter, Rembrandt van Rijn, who was born and raised in Weddesteeg, an extension of the bridge to the south.
The Waag (the Weigh House)
The Waag was built in Leiden in 1657, to replace the old, wooden Weigh building which dated from 1455. In this location all ships were unloaded with large cranes.
De Burcht (stronghold)
This stronghold in Leiden is one of the oldest existing examples of a stronghold in the Netherlands. .
Canals of Leiden
Second to Amsterdam, Leiden has the most water flowing into its gates. The historical city centre of Leiden has a total of 28 kilometres of canals and moats.
Koornbrug
The Koornbrug dates from 1642 and owes its name to the fact that wheat was traded there. A canopy was constructed in the 19th century to protect the merchandise.
Flour mill
The flour mill complex consists of thirteen buildings and was one of the largest in the Netherlands in the period after the Second World War. It is now listed as…
Observatory
Leiden University established the observatory in 1633, making it one of the oldest university observatories in the world.
Molen de Put
Molen De Put at Galgewater in Leiden is a replica of the standard mills of Jan Jansenzoon Put from 1987. The original mill dated from 1619, but was burned down…
Zeevaartschool
Built in 1878, the maritime academy had room for 300 seamen in training.
Latest news
The light spectacle on the Amsterdam canals has begun!
November 29, 2024
The magical winter evenings in Amsterdam have begun! The canals are illuminated by stunning light artworks, and there’s no better way to admire them than from the water. Rent a boat and cruise through this unique art spectacle with your group. With your own boat, you control the pace and can fully enjoy the experience. Bring your favorite snacks and drinks, and don’t forget a warm blanket – perfect for those chilly winter evenings. Upon arrival, our team will help…
Sail through the unique luminary spectacle in Amsterdam!
November 28, 2024
Would you like to admire the unique light art installations along the canals of Amsterdam? Rent a boat for your group and sail together through the magical canals. Go at your own pace, bring your favorite drinks and snacks, and enjoy these special evenings. Extra tip: bring a cozy blanket for those slightly colder nights! Upon arrival, our staff will assist you with starting the boat and provide you with a route map to see as many lights as possible.…
The season comes to an end!
November 1, 2024
All locations closed from November 3 until March. See you next season! Winter is just around the corner, which means our boating season is coming to an end! From November 3, 2024, until March 2025, all our locations will be closed. But don’t worry… from our Amsterdam-West location, you can still enjoy a unique boating experience during the light festival from November 28, 2024, to January 19, 2025! Don’t miss this magical experience, click here for more information and keep…
Rent a boat and experience a day in Leiden you will not forget
Cruising through Leiden by yourself or with friends, colleagues or family is a unique experience. Enjoy the city views from the water and experience how great it is to navigate through the canals of Leiden yourself. The boarding spot at the Boommarkt 8 is very easy to reach. You can explore the waters from April until October, so reserve your own boat now.
Questions
Do you have questions? Please check the Frequently Asked Questions page, or mail us.
