Woltje's backery treacle-waffle

Woltje's syrup waffle experience in Volendam

A visit to Woltje's Backerij in Volendam is a must for anyone coming to Volendam. Not just because there is much special to experience here, but especially because there are lots of goodies to be found. Woltje's Backerij is no ordinary bakery, but an authentic syrup waffle bakery. Apart from the shop, you will also find the bakery itself, where you can attend demonstrations. There is also a nice museum where you can go all the way back to the atmosphere of how people used to live. You will find Woltje's Backerij at the harbour in Volendam, right on the dike, where you will find many other interesting sights.

Syrup waffles from Woltje's Backery

Woltje's Backerij in Volendam is best known for its syrup waffles, which are made according to an ancient recipe that has been used since around 1853. Discover the story of Woltje's Backerij, a special story about a special, Volendam woman. She was introduced to the Dutch syrup waffle and decided she could do much better. This is how the Volendam waffle came into being, which is really different from the 'ordinary' stroopwafel. At Woltje's Backerij you will also find many other types of waffles, such as waffles with chocolate and waffles covered with large pieces of caramel. Here they also make speculaas waffles, honey waffles and delicious chocolate waffles. In short, if you go to Volendam, don't miss Woltje's Backerij!

Demonstration and museum Woltje's Backery

If you would like to know how those syrup waffles are made, visit the daily demonstration. Here they will explain how the waffles are made and you can also taste them yourself. At Woltje's Backerij, you can not only get delicious syrup waffles, but also many other delicacies. Chocolate, for example, speculaas and ice cream. Here you will also find souvenirs of cosy Volendam. If you go to the first floor, you will even find a real Droste Chocolate experience. If you love chocolate, then you should definitely go there. Woltje's also has its own museum. There you will find a nice living house with a bedroom and a kitchen, completely recreated according to the lifestyles of old Volendam.

Nice discounts for visitors

Visit the demonstration at Woltje's Backery in Volendam (max 20 people), taste a freshly baked syrup waffle.

Demonstration start times

If you have bought a ticket through this site, the staff of Woltje's will gladly give a syrup waffle baking demonstration. These demonstrations are daily at the following times:

• 10.30 (weekends only)
• 13.30
• 15.30
• 16.30
• 17.00

Day trip Volendam

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Parking in Volendam

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• Demonstration of syrup waffles baking according to traditional recipe
• Story about the history of Volendam and the bakery
• One stroopwafel per person
• Time to look around the authentic museum part of the bakery
• Opportunity to purchase local delicacies and souvenirs
• Additional refreshments outside the tasting
• Possible combination with other activities (optional extra)

This outing starts at Woltje's backery - Haven 98 in Volendam

-> Includes demonstration of traditional syrup waffle baking
-> Located at the harbour: Woltje's Backery - Haven 98, Volendam
-> Tasting of a fresh, warm treacle waffle included
-> Admission to the mini museum with history of Volendam and syrup waffles
-> Suitable for children and adults
-> Duration of visit approx. 30 minutes
-> Booking recommended for groups