Limited availability in June & July
Cruise Haarlem with lunch
If you are looking for a cruise in Haarlem with lunch, the most important question is not which boat but which lunch. On the water between the Gravestenenbrug and the Spaarne, the Event sails on the water with luxury sloops on which catering staff accompanies. From sandwiches to tapas that go around and pizza’s out of the oven.
The company remains on board throughout the cruise. No stopover at a restaurant, no walk to a shore-side terrace. Bookings can be made from 10 people, with several linked sloops up to 200 people.
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Limited availability
in June & July
Cruise Haarlem with lunch
Are you looking for a nice idea for lunch? How about a unique location on the water in Harlem?
If you are looking for a cruise in Haarlem with lunch, the most important question is not which boat but which lunch. On the water between the Gravestenenbrug and the Spaarne, the Event sails on the water with luxury sloops on which catering staff accompanies. From sandwiches to tapas that go around and pizza’s out of the oven.
The company remains on board throughout the cruise. No stopover at a restaurant, no walk to a shore-side terrace. Bookings can be made from 10 people, with several linked sloops up to 200 people.
A carefree lunch cruise in Haarlem
Event op het Water arranges the sloop, the skipper, the bar and the kitchen. One quote, one point of contact, no single bill at a restaurant. Check out the promises here.
All-in rates
All lunch packages are incl. unlimited coffee, tea, soft drinks, beer and wine. The high tea comes on top of this. No surprises afterwards, one neat invoice.
Inc. skipper
All cruises are incl. catering staff and skipper. Do not arrange anything yourself, because the operator serves out while sailing.
Covered and heated boating
All boats sail covered and heated, also in early spring or autumn. In good weather, the hood opens and you can have lunch outdoors.
It works that simple
Request quote
Enter date, group size and type of outing. This will take 2 minutes.
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Event op het Water will send you a customized quote with availability within 24 hours.
within 24 hours
Sail & enjoy
Get on board at Nieuwe Gracht 80. The skipper will take care of the rest.
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What lunch arrangement
matches your speed?
On a sloop, not every type of meal works equally well. Below are the packages that Event op het Water in Haarlem provides on board during the day, with each option that suits him best.
Are you in doubt between two arrangements? When applying, indicate what kind of company it is and how long you want to sail. The advisors choose the appropriate arrangement.
Luxury sandwich lunch
Richly invested bulbs and pistolets, fresh gravy d’orange, coffee and tea. The lightest variant, suitable for a cruise of one and a half to two hours. The most booked package for a business morning or a short family trip, because the kitchen requires little time for this.
Tapas that go around during the cruise
Small hot and cold dishes that go through the entire cruise, without a clear beginning or end. The most relaxed option and the best choice when the conversation is more important than the food. Sushi and poke bowls are also available on request. View the tapas boat Haarlem for the arrangements.
Pizza fresh from the oven
Pizza’s that are baked on board and go around per point. Works well if you want people to stand and walk around instead of sitting in one place. One of the few arrangements in which children participate without grumbling. Look for the possibilities at the pizzaboot Haarlem.
High tea of borrellunch
Scones, sweet and savory snacks and a wide selection of teas, or an extensive snack arrangement with the drinks. The high tea comes in several rounds and requires at least 2.5 hours. If you are looking for a drink with something, then the borrelboot Haarlem better.
The luxury sloop in Haarlem
Event op het Water works in Haarlem exclusively with luxury open sloops. The passenger boats and event ships only sail in Amsterdam, Rotterdam and Utrecht. This has a practical reason: the Haarlem canals and bridges are too narrow and too low for larger ships.
On a sloop, you sit on comfortable pillows along the side, not at a set table with chairs. That's fair to know in advance. It doesn't matter for sandwiches, tapas, pizza or a high tea, because those dishes are made exactly on that. For a formally served lunch at the table, it is better to look at the lunch cruise in Amsterdam, where saloon boats with fixed tables operate.
A sloop takes 10 to 70 people. For larger groups of up to 200 people, several sloops are linked together that sail the same route, each with its own skipper and its own operator. If you want to completely determine the filling yourself, check out the options to create a boat rentals in Haarlem.
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Private boat
Open sloop
(10-70 people)
The luxurious open sloops sail both open and covered. Ideal for a cruise or a party on board. Enjoy the Haarlem canals and the Spaarne with a little music while enjoying a snack and a drink. The luxury sloop fits through the narrow canals of Haarlem. Comfortable pillows and a cozy skipper on board.
From 1.5 hours
10 to 70 people
Spaarne
Beer, Wine & Soft
Nieuwe Gracht 80, Haarlem
Company outing
Bachelor party
Baby shower
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Private boat
Multiple sloops
(70-200 people)
For larger groups, Event op het Water connects several sloops to each other, up to a maximum of 200 people. Sail together from the Nieuwe Gracht 80 towards the Spaarne. Each boat has its own skipper and bar. Ideal for a large company outing, staff party or family day where everyone has an intimate boating experience.
From 1.5 hours
70 to 200 people
Spaarne
Beer, Wine & Soft
Nieuwe Gracht 80, Haarlem
Big company outing
Business event
Family day
Larger than 200 people?
In Amsterdam, Rotterdam and Utrecht, the passenger boats and event ships sail up to 700 people.
View BBQ boat Amsterdam.
The most popular outings at the moment
Choose your lunch route in Haarlem
With local expertise and warm hospitality, Event on the Water ensures a great experience at every lunch on board. Every cruise through Haarlem is a private cruise incl. skipper. No tour boat between tourists, the lunch cruise is fully catered for from boarding to disembarking at the Nieuwe Gracht 80.
Below are four options. Everything is possible: events on the Water are not tied to a fixed route. Do you want to get on or off somewhere else or add another lunch package? We immediately make a competitive quote.
Are you with less than 10 people? View the Private Cruise in Haarlem.
Most chosen!
Route Haarlem 1:
Short tour of the center
The short tour departs from the boarding point at Nieuwe Gracht 80 and sails along the Gravestenenbrug, the Grote Markt and the Waag. Ideal for a drink with snacks, a compact getaway or an after-work activity with the company.
From 1.5 hours
10 to 70 people
City center of Haarlem
Luxury sloop
Beer, Wine & Soft
Company outing
Bachelor party
Baby shower
Family party
Route Haarlem 2:
Spaarne and centrum Haarlem
The most chosen route. Let yourself be surprised by the beauty of the Spaarne as you sail from the Nieuwe Gracht 80 along the Gravestenenbrug, the Waag and the historic quays. Each corner has its own story. This tour has extra atmosphere in the evening.
From 2.5 hours
10 to 70 people
Spaarne & Haarlem canals
Luxury sloop
Beer, Wine & Soft
Company outing
Bachelor party
Baby shower
Family party
Route Haarlem 3:
Extended tour of Haarlem
Do you not only want to see the Spaarne but also the smaller canals of Haarlem, such as the Bakenessergracht and the Nieuwe Gracht? Then this route is for you. Cruise past historic warehouses and picturesque Quays. More time on board for various activities and Game program’s.
From 3 hours
10 to 70 people
Canals of Haarlem
Luxury sloop
Beer, Wine & Soft
Company outing
Bachelor party
Baby shower
Family party
Route Haarlem 4:
Spaarndam & Mooie Nel
For larger groups of up to 200 people, Event op het Water links several luxury sloops together. Sail together from the Nieuwe Gracht 80 towards Spaarne and Spaarndam. Suitable for a big party, theme parties or an outing with colleagues’s and friends combined.
From 3.5 hours
Spaarne, Spaarndam & Mooie Nel
Luxury sloop
Beer, Wine & Soft
Company outing
Bachelor party
Baby shower
Family party
Compose your own lunch cruise
The routes on this page are the most popular lunch options in Haarlem. You can also put together the cruise yourself, down to every detail. Think of a customized menu, a theme in the right color or a special drink arrangement. Event on the Water is happy to help organize.
Event op het Water also has special packages for:
Upgrade options
Elaborate high tea, lunch, pancakes, breakfast, non-alcoholic bubbles, theme decoration, photographer, gifts moment.
Price & Availability
Do you want more information about the price, availability and possibilities? Request a free quote or contact us.
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Lunch on board, not halfway off board
In Haarlem, a cruise with lunch with many providers means something different than you expect. Often you sail for an hour and then eat in a restaurant at the mooring, or moor the boat halfway for a stopover. Sometimes the crew picks up the dishes on the way from a kitchen on the canal.
At events on the Water, everything stays on board. The catering staff sails along and serves during the trip. The boat does not have to Moor for anything and your company stays together all afternoon.
That saves more in practice than it sounds. At a stopover, you lose twenty minutes of getting in and out, and the group breaks up as soon as everyone sits on a terrace. On the water, the conversation continues.
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Something else to celebrate?
Make your event great with the event op het Water packages. Discover Haarlem from the water on one of the boats. From the historic Haarlem canals to the Spaarne, in this guide you will find the ideal location that meets your wishes. Enjoy an intimate celebration, a culinary experience or a private tour. Everything is possible at events on the Water. Book a moment to never forget.
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Private boat
Drinks boat
A drink on the Maas after work. Short, cozy and perfect for a vrijmibo or customer event. Unlimited drinks incl. delicious snacks at an Event on the Water.
10 to 700 people
Beer, Wine & Soft
Catering staff
Nautical crew
Private boat
Bachelor party
Get ready for an unforgettable bachelor party on board our party boat! Sail through Amsterdam, Rotterdam or Utrecht together with your best friends and family.
10 to 700 people
Beer, Wine & Soft
Catering staff
Nautical crew
Private boat
Family party
Celebrate special moments with your family on board one of our boats. Experience cosiness and being together while enjoying a relaxed cruise along beautiful sights.
10 to 700 people
Beer, Wine & Soft
Catering staff
Nautical crew
Private boat
Round trip
A classic private cruise through the Haarlem canals with a drink and Event on the Water. Compact and Atmospheric for a subdued moment. An unforgettable experience.
10 to 700 people
Beer, Wine & Soft
Catering staff
Nautical crew
Private boat
Gender reveal party
Unique! A gender reveal on the water. Enjoy a unique atmosphere including unlimited drinking, expandable with lunch, snacks or BBQ. Of course, decoration is possible for a perfect day.
10 to 700 people
Beer, Wine & Soft
Catering staff
Nautical crew
Private boat
Wedding
Give each other the yes on board on one of our boats from Event on the water, surrounded by lovers. Step aboard our romantic boat and celebrate love with family and friends.
10 to 700 people
Beer, Wine & Soft
Catering staff
Nautical crew
Private boat
BIRTHDAY PARTY
Celebrate your birthday in style on one of our party boats. Let yourself be pampered with delicious dishes, snacks and unlimited drinks. The birthday trip is extremely suitable during a lunch or BBQ.
10 to 700 people
Beer, Wine & Soft
Catering staff
Nautical crew
Private boat
Business event
Organising a business event on board one of our boats? Make use of the large spaces and possibilities. Enjoy a beautiful view over Rotterdam.
10 to 700 people
Beer, Wine & Soft
Catering staff
Nautical crew
How much does a cruise in Haarlem with lunch cost?
The cruise starts from € 31.95 per person incl. VAT for one and a half hours and increases to € 59.95 per person for 3.5 hours with several sloops. It contains the sloop, the skipper, the catering staff and unlimited beer, wine, soft drinks, coffee and tea.
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Duration |
Boat type |
From p.P. incl. VAT |
|
1.5 hours |
Luxury sloop |
€ 31,95 |
|
2.5 hours (recommended at lunch) |
Luxury sloop |
€ 45,95 |
|
3 hours |
Luxury sloop |
€ 52,95 |
|
3.5 hours |
Luxury sloop or multiple sloops |
€ 59,95 |
The lunch package comes on top of that and varies by choice. A sandwich lunch is lower than a high tea. When comparing quotes, pay attention to two things: whether the drink is included and whether the food is served on board or in a restaurant on shore. A rate that only covers boat rental and drinks looks lower but does not include the food.
Request a quote for the exact amount of your group size, route and package.
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How to arrange boating and lunch in Haarlem step by step
- Count your company. Up to 70 people fit on one sloop. Above that, several sloops are coupled, up to 200 people in total.
- Choose the arrangement. Sandwiches for a short cruise, tapas when the conversation comes first, pizza for an informal afternoon with children.
- Determine the duration. One and a half hours for sandwiches or snacks, at least 2.5 hours as soon as hot food is eaten.
- Choose the start time. Most lunch cruises depart from Nieuwe Gracht 80 between 11.00 and 13.00.
- Pass on dietary wishes. Vegetarian, halal, gluten-free or a children's menu is agreed in advance. Immediately mention how many people are involved.
- Request the quote. Within 24 hours there is a proposal with availability, route and menu price.
Book well in advance in high season. In June, July and August, The Saturdays at the Spaarne are the first to be fully booked.
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“ We have had a cruise through the canals of Amsterdam with our company. Fortunately, we were lucky that the weather was beautiful. We really enjoyed the delicious freshly prepared BBQ and delicious chilled drinks.
Really recommended to go sailing on the water with an Event!”
Getting off at the Nieuwe Gracht
The regular starting point in Haarlem is the Nieuwe Gracht 80, in the middle of the historic city center and within walking distance of the Grote Markt. Here the sloops are moored before departure. During the week it is possible to deviate from this location in consultation with the sales department.
Getting on and off does not have to be done in the same place. The longer routes in the direction of Spaarndam often depart elsewhere, for example when the party continues there in the afternoon. When applying, indicate whether this is desirable, then the route will be adjusted accordingly.
Pick-up and drop-off locations Haarlem
- Haarlem Nieuwe Gracht 80 Nieuwe Gracht 80
- Haarlem Papentorenvest 1A Papentorenvest 1A
Canal cruise Haarlem with lunch: food on the water in the Spaarnestad
Haarlem is compact, and that is exactly its charm. Within half an hour you will see the Gravestenenbrug, the Waag and the quays along the Spaarne, followed by the smaller canals. Enough variety for an entire afternoon, without you ever really leaving the city.
Choose the package first and then the route, because lunch determines how long you want to sail. Bookings can be made from 10 people, up to 200 via several linked sloops. The rest will be arranged.
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Pick-up and drop-off locations Haarlem
Isn't everything completely clear yet? Read the frequently asked questions about the cruises through the Haarlem canals here.
Boarding locations
Choose a location from the list and immediately see where you can get off.
Frequently asked questions about the
cruise Haarlem with lunch
How much does a cruise in Haarlem with lunch cost?
The cruise starts from € 31,95 per person incl. VAT for an hour and a half and goes up to € 59.95 per person for 3.5 hours with several sloops. It contains the sloop, the skipper, the catering staff and unlimited beer, wine, soft drinks, coffee and tea. Lunch is offered separately and varies by package.
Will lunch be served on board?
Okay. The catering staff sails along and serves during the trip, without requiring the boat to dock. So there is no need to stop at a restaurant. The company stays together throughout the cruise.
What lunch packages are there in Haarlem?
The most frequently booked options are a luxury sandwich lunch, tapas that go around, pizzas that are baked on board and a high tea. Sushi and poke bowls are available on request. Dietary requirements such as vegetarian, halal or gluten-free are coordinated in advance.
How long should a cruise with lunch take?
Events on the Water at least 2.5 hours as soon as hot food is eaten. At one and a half hours, a sandwich lunch or a snack arrangement fits, but the kitchen has too little time. For an extensive high tea with several rounds, three hours is the most pleasant choice.
How many people can I book?
A private boat can be booked from 10 people and can accommodate up to 70 people. For larger parties of up to 200 people, several sloops are linked that sail the same route, each with its own skipper and operator. There are no passenger boats or event ships in Haarlem.
Can you have lunch on the sloop at a set table?
On a sloop you sit on comfortable pillows along the side, not at a set table with chairs. For sandwiches, tapas, pizza or a high tea that is no objection, because those dishes are made on it. For a formally served lunch, a saloon boat is more suitable, which sails in Amsterdam, Rotterdam and Utrecht.
Where can you get off in Haarlem?
The fixed boarding point is the Nieuwe Gracht 80, in the middle of the Old Town. The Papentorenvest 1A is the second step. Deviations are possible during the week in consultation with the sales department.
Does the sloop sail in bad weather?
Okay, the sloop sails covered and heated. In case of rain or wind, the canopy closes and the heating turns on. Only in extreme weather conditions the sailing does not continue, in consultation with the sales department.
Questions or a tailor-made solution?
The advisors of Event op het Water are happy to answer your questions and offer free advice. Feel free to contact us, available 7 days a week.
Available 7 days a week