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Buiten-IJ
The Buiten-IJ is the open stretch of water east of the Oranjesluizen locks, sitting between Amsterdam and the broader IJmeer. It feels surprisingly wild and spacious given how close you are to the city — up to 600 metres wide and about 12 km long, with decent depth. Drop anchor here and you've got a front-row seat to the constant traffic moving in and out of Amsterdam's waterways.
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Marinas and anchorages near Buiten-IJ · times are dock to dock
Popular Times
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- Busiest on Saturdays
- Busiest around 08:00 — mostly boats leaving
- Half the boats that stop here have arrived by 15:00
- 75% of visits are overnight
- Typical stay: ~15h
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