Cheese market near Amsterdam

If you want to visit a cheese market near Amsterdam, the Cheese Market in Edam is a perfect choice. The Dutch village has a unique cheese market every Wednesday morning during the summer months. The cheese markets in Edam start in 2025 on Wednesday 2 July and the last cheese market is on 27 August.

Opening hours Edam cheese market

The cheese market in Edam is only held 8 weeks a year on Wednesday mornings. The market starts at 10.30 am and ends at 12.30 pm. In 2025 the cheese market will be held on the following Wednesdays:

• Wednesday 2 July
• Wednesday 9 July
• Wednesday 16 July
• Wednesday 23 July
• Wednesday 30 July
• Wednesday 6 August
• Wednesday 13 August
• Wednesday 20 August

The opening and closing of the market day at the cheese market is marked by the ringing of a bell. The bell is usually rung by a prominent guest from the Netherlands or abroad, such as members of the Dutch parliament, ministers, European Commissioners, writers, representatives from the world of sport and entertainment and others who have distinguished themselves in some way.

How to get to the cheese market in Edam

The cheese market in Edam is easily accessible. From Amsterdam, there is also a cheese market bus tour that is completely dedicated to the Dutch cheese and the cheese market.

Travel by own car

The cheese market is easy to reach by car. Navigate to the address: Jan van Nieuwenhuizenplein 5 and follow the signs ‘Parkeren Kaasmarkt’ to park your car.

Travel by public transport

Edam has no train station and is therefore difficult to reach by train. However, it is possible to travel by public transport bus 314. Get off at Edam. This bus is included in the Dutch Countryside Card. Plan your trip on www.9292.nl

Take a tour from Amsterdam

The easiest and most comfortable way to visit the cheese market in Edam is by joining the weekly Cheese Tour from Amsterdam. Travel in a luxury coach directly to the Edam cheese market and, if you choose the Wednesday tour.

Check prices and availability below.

Tours to Edam	Price
Cheese market tour from Amsterdam	€ 59.50	Book now