Sail along with our official fleet?
Would you like to experience the Amsterdam Light Festival 2025/2026 to the fullest with your company? Then choose an inspiring cruise through the atmospheric canals of Amsterdam, where every light sculpture from the Legacy theme comes to life from the water. Rederij Belle welcomes you aboard a salon boat for a unique group experience you won’t soon forget.
From November 27, 2025 to January 18, 2026, Amsterdam’s city center will be the setting for the light festival. At night, the city transforms into a large open-air museum, with more than twenty works of art by international and national light artists. Sailing means: no crowds on the quay, no obstructed view, but comfortable while enjoying a snack and drink together enjoying the spectacle
The best way to experience the Amsterdam Light Festival is from the canals. Vanuit een salonboot ziet u niet alleen de lichtkunstwerken van dichtbij, maar ervaart u ook hoe de kleuren reflecteren op het water en hoe het thema Legacy samenkomt met het erfgoed van de stad. A private boat trip is the perfect opportunity for your group to enjoy art, atmospheric Amsterdam evenings and culinary meals in an exclusive setting. Boating is the ultimate festival experience, without the cold or crowds: you will immediately understand why this package is so popular.
‘Legacy’ takes center stage this edition and lets you reflect on the legacy of man and city. From the water, you will discover how light, art and history flow into one another – a special experience for young and old, and especially as a group outing. Your group will have a festival that stimulates and inspires; enjoyment and wonder in one.
At Rederij Belle all our festival cruises are group arrangements: you sail together with your own company, in peace and privacy. Whether you choose a drinks cruise or a dinner cruise, you always decide with whom you experience the festival – ideal for colleagues, family, friends or relations. Each boat and package is fully customizable to your wishes, so you can experience the most beautiful festival evening together.
During the Amsterdam Light Festival, Rederij Belle offers various sample packages. For example, you can opt for an atmospheric drinks cruise (4.30–6.30 p.m.) or a luxury dinner cruise (7.30–10.30 p.m.), each with the option of tailoring the saloon boat and package to the size of your group and your requirements. In addition, there are always more options — contact us and be surprised by the extensive selection.
Start your festival evening with a cozy drinks cruise. While the works of light art come to life one by one, sail through the canals with your party and enjoy a snack and a drink in a cozy saloon boat.
Would you and your group like to enjoy a leisurely dinner while admiring the festival? Then opt for the dinner cruise. Your party will be treated to a dinner of your choice on board, while you admire the artworks from the water. A unique combination of art, dining and socialising.
FAQ
The Amsterdam Light Festival can be admired from both the quay and the water, but from a boat you will see the artworks up close and in full context. After all, the artworks are imagined with point of view from the water. The reflection of the light on the canals adds an extra dimension to your experience – a boat trip really makes a difference.
Rederij Belle offers a wide range of arrangements: drinks cruises, dinner cruises or fully customized festival cruises. Each arrangement can be customized to your wishes, so that you and your party will experience an unforgettable evening. View our sample arrangements here.
From a salon boat you have a free and panoramic view of all the works of art, without crowds and with space for relaxation. The reflection of the light in the water and the comfort on board provide a more intense experience than from the crowded quay.
We have salon boats with space from up to 14 people up to 52 people. If desired, we can also use multiple salon boats for larger groups. This way you can enjoy the Amsterdam Light Festival with colleagues, friends or family in a suitable setting. We are happy to advise you on the right boat and the perfect arrangement for your group.
The times of the cruise depend on the chosen package. For example, there are drinks arrangements and dinner arrangements that allow you to admire the Amsterdam Light Festival 2025-2026.
Would you like to receive our package overview or request a quote for an Amsterdam Light Festival package?
Call us at 0294-261433 (during business hours) or send a message via our contact form. We will contact you as soon as possible to discuss options with you.
Experience shows that Amsterdam Light Festival arrangements on the water often fill up quickly, as viewing the light artworks from the water is a popular choice among visitors. By exploring which arrangements fit well with your plans early on, you are assured of an ideal interpretation of Amsterdam Light Festival 2025-2026!
