Rivierboot De Eemvaarder
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About the venue
De Eemvaarder is permanently moored at the Kleine Koppel, where the Eem meets Amersfoort's old town, and keeps the tower of the Onze Lieve Vrouwekerk as a fixed backdrop through the saloon windows. The boat doesn't sail out, but the mooring spot is the whole point: guests walk straight from the historic lanes onto the gangway.
The saloon and outdoor deck together hold 55 to 120 guests, with its own galley for a hot buffet or a seated dinner. Skipper and owner Peter van Loon has worked the Eem for twenty years, usually replies within two days, and can arrange a short half-hour cruise before the party for the couple and witnesses on request. Heating, a bar, and a sound system are all standard on board.
Highlights
Venue type
- Boat
Outdoor areas
- Terrace on site
Food
- In-house catering
Drinks & bar
- Staffed bar on site
- Alcohol allowed
Music & sound
- Live music allowed
- Sound system on site
Recommendations
4 recommendations“The tower of the Onze Lieve Vrouwekerk through the saloon windows was the backdrop we chose the venue for, and the boat didn't even need to sail out. Peter van Loon arranged a short half-hour cruise beforehand at our request, just for us and the witnesses.”
“From the historic lanes of Amersfoort you walk straight onto the gangway, which is what makes the Kleine Koppel such a special spot. Our hundred and twenty guests fit exactly in the saloon and on the outdoor deck.”
“Peter has worked the Eem for twenty years and clearly knows every detail of the river and the town. The hot buffet from the onboard galley was surprisingly good for a venue that doesn't sail out itself.”
“Fifty-five guests on board felt like the minimum for this boat, more would have fit comfortably given the space. Heating and a bar on board were simply standard, no extra fuss involved.”
Location
Kleine Koppel 10 · Amersfoort