Unique in the Netherlands: a ceremony under sail on the Markermeer
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Saloon BoatsWedding venue on the water
De Titaan
The historic classic sailing ship, flagship for the open-water wedding.
Getting married on the De Titaan: 8–60 guests on board this historic saloon boat, at €10,000 all-in for a fully curated eight-hour wedding day including ceremony, catering, drinks, styling, sound and your own wedding planner. Covered and heated, so ceremony, dinner and dancing go ahead in every season. The vessel is chartered exclusively for you and never shared. Cruising area: The UNESCO canal ring, the Amstel and the Oosterdok.
8–60 guestsSaloon BoatsCovered & heatedAll seasons
The story
A private charter, exclusively yours.
De Titaan is the historic classic sailing ship in the Amsterdam Boats fleet, the vessel behind our flagship Markermeer Wedding and Grand Fleet Wedding experiences.
With her cream-coloured sails, oiled oak deck, and impressive salon, De Titaan is the only ship in the fleet able to marry couples both on the canals and on open water, the Markermeer.
For weddings that wish to combine a ceremony under sail with a sunset dinner, De Titaan is the natural choice.
Why couples choose De Titaan
Moments that can only happen on board.
A registered wedding venue with the Municipality of Amsterdam
Historic sailing heritage, hand-restored
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Who is De Titaan the right wedding venue for?
The only ship in the fleet enabling a ceremony under sail on open water. A flagship choice for larger, ambitious weddings.
Wedding use
Ceremony
Dinner
Reception
Dance party
- Civil ceremony
- Symbolic ceremony
- Reception
- Luxury dinner
- Walking dinner
- Cocktail drinks
- Evening celebration
- Live music
- DJ
- Dance party
- Family wedding
- Destination wedding
- Elopement
Anything missing here, or any extra wishes you have, we're happy to discuss, every wedding is composed personally.
On board
What you and your guests will find on board.
Saloon
The heart of the vessel, wood-panelled walls, panoramic windows, warm light.
Dinner setup
Room for a seated chef's dinner for up to 42 guests.
Aft deck
Open deck for the ceremony, golden-hour photos and evening toasts.
Wheelhouse
Manned by a professional skipper, discreetly present, always at your service.
Bar
A full onboard bar for cocktails, wine pairing and digestifs.
Kitchen
An onboard kitchen where the chef plates à la minute.
Restrooms
Well-appointed restrooms on board, no compromise on comfort.
Specifications
Capacity, crew and amenities.
The practical details of De Titaan, including skipper and hostess. Elise Rijkes, your dedicated wedding planner, is happy to talk you through them personally.
| Capacity | 8–60 guests |
|---|---|
| Dinner capacity | up to 42 seated |
| Reception capacity | up to 60 standing |
| Crew | Skipper & hostess included |
| Heating | Fully heated |
| Climate | Air conditioning on board |
| Restrooms | Restrooms on board |
| Power supply | 230V, suited to band & catering |
| Sound system | Professional system with microphones |
| Accessibility | Possible on request |
| Covered space | Full saloon |
| Outdoor deck | Fore and aft deck |
Culinary on board
Fine dining on the water.
We work from the Amsterdam Boats catering collection: from a refined chef's dinner to a walking dinner and late-night bites, every menu is tailored to the vessel, your season and guest list.
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Chef's dinner on deck for up to 60
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Walking dinner for up to 60
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Oyster bar
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Cocktail bar
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A four-course sunset dinner on deck
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Sommelier wine pairing
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Truffle croquettes and wagyu sliders later in the evening
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An optional Michelin-starred guest chef
Moment
Welcome drink on arrival
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Open bar with wine pairing
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Cocktail service on deck
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Late-night bites & digestifs
Recommended concepts
Wedding experiences that bring De Titaan to life.
Salon Boat WeddingIntimate canal wedding
Ceremony, dinner and toasts on the historic canals, in one carefully composed evening.
Discover the experience
Markermeer ExperienceCeremony on the Markermeer
Vows exchanged as the horizon opens around you, a full day on open water.
Discover the experience
SignatureGrand Fleet celebration
Two vessels united, one for dinner, one for dancing beneath the stars.
Discover the experienceSuggested timeline
A fully curated wedding day on board.
- 0112:00 pm
Welcome in Amsterdam
Champagne, oysters and a welcome from the crew.
01 / 06 - 021:00 pm
Setting sail for the Markermeer
The mainsail rises as De Titaan glides via the IJ towards open water.
02 / 06 - 032:30 pm
Ceremony under sail
Vows exchanged on open water, beneath an open sky.
03 / 06 - 047:00 pm
Sunset dinner on deck
A chef's multi-course dinner as the lake turns amber.
04 / 06 - 059:30 pm
Dancing under the stars
Live band or DJ on deck, candlelight, a canopy of stars.
05 / 06 - 0611:00 pm
The return by moonlight
Sailing back to Amsterdam by lantern light.
06 / 06
Included
What is included with your floating wedding venue.
Historic vessel
Part of Amsterdam's floating heritage.
Private charter
Exclusively yours, never shared.
Professional crew
Skipper and hostess, discreet and experienced.
Luxury catering
Curated by our culinary partners.
Wedding planner
One personal event manager for the entire day.
Styling & flowers
Fully bespoke, by our atelier.
Music options
From string quartet to DJ on the aft deck.
Photography locations
An iconic route past bridges and facades.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions about getting married on board.
What we're most often asked about getting married on board De Titaan.
- Is the ceremony legally binding?
- Yes. De Titaan is a registered wedding venue with the Municipality of Amsterdam.
- What if the weather turns?
- De Titaan has a weatherproof canopy and a heated salon, so the day carries on regardless.
- Can we invite additional evening guests?
- Yes, with the Grand Fleet Experience a second historic classic sailing ship joins in the evening to welcome further guests.
- How far in advance should we book?
- For peak Saturdays, May to September, we recommend 12 to 18 months ahead.
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