Marken is still a typical Dutch peninsula that travels back in time to old Dutch glory that isn't found anywhere else.
The inhabitants of this island, who lived from fishing, have been isolated from the mainland for centuries. It was not until 1957 that the island of Marken was reconnected to the mainland through a dike. Because the island has been separated from the mainland for so long, it has an authentic and individual character and the inhabitants still keep their old traditions alive. Complete a visit to Marken and the Markermeer by making a stop at the 'paard van marken'. The idyllic lighthouse from 1839.