Several ferries operate in the water-rich area of Altena and the Biesbosch. On this page, you’ll find an overview of ferry services in and around the municipality of Altena, including information on schedules and fares. This makes it easy to find the ferry that best suits your cycling, hiking, or day trip.

Always consult the site of the respective ferry service, for the most current changes or disruptions.

Car, bicycle and foot ferries on the Merwede, Waal and Afgedamde Maas rivers.

Brakel – Herwijnen
Car, bike, and pedestrian ferry
January through December – daily (including weekends)

Aalst – Veen
Car, bicycle, and pedestrian ferry
October through April – Monday through Saturday
May through September – daily (including weekends)

Gorinchem – Woudrichem
Bicycle and pedestrian ferry
October through April – Monday through Saturday
May through September – daily (including weekends)

Slot Loevestein – Fort Vuren
Bicycle and pedestrian ferry
May through September – Saturdays and Sundays
July and August – daily (including weekends)

Gorinchem – Sleeuwijk – Hardinxveld – Werkendam
Bicycle and Pedestrian Ferry
October through April – Monday through Saturday
May through September – daily (including weekends)

Dordrecht – Biesbosch
Car, bike, and foot ferry
January through December – daily (including weekends)

For current sailing times, rates and more information: Riveer.nl

Bicycle and foot ferry across the Afgedamde Maas between Woudrichem and Slot Loevestein.

Sailing Schedule March through October 2026
Every day from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

In November and December 2026
Every Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Exceptions & Holidays
Open during the Christmas holidays: December 19 through January 3, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Closed on: Christmas Day (Dec. 25), New Year’s Eve (Dec. 31), and New Year’s Day (Jan. 1)
Open on: Boxing Day (Dec. 26) from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

't Koffiehûske is open from early April through early November 2026.
Boat service is on demand, so there are no specific departure times. For more information, rates, and current departure times: voetveerwoudrichem.nl

Foot and bicycle ferry between Lage Zwaluwe and National Park the Biesbosch.

April 24 through September 30, 2026
Daily from 10:00 a.m. to 5:40 p.m.

Last sailing
Lage Zwaluwe: 5:20 p.m.
Biesbosch: 5:40 p.m.

Consult the facebook page for different sailing times. The sailing time of a crossing is about 15 minutes. So if the ferry has just left, you can join it half an hour later.

One-way fare rates
Adults €5.50, children up to 12 years old €3, and bike trailers €1
Payment is only accepted via debit card.

Bike and foot ferry across the Steurgat between Oostwaard and Noordwaard.

Pontje Steur begins service on April 25, 2026. In May, it operates only on weekends and holidays. From June through September, it runs daily from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
The fare is €1.50 per person. Payment is cash only.

Car, bicycle and foot ferry between Dussen and Sprang-Capelle.

The Capelse ferry sails on supply of traffic. Thus, there is no fixed timetable. Even for one user, whether on foot or with a means of transportation, the skipper sets the crossing.

Boating Seasons
Summer hours from March 1 through October 31:
Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Winter hours from November 1 through February 28/29:
Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Around Christmas and New Year's Eve and on holidays, the ferries have modified times.

Motorized traffic must pay for the crossing. So cars, vans, motorcycles, etc. must buy a ticket. For cars and motorcycles, you pay €2.70. Motorhome drivers pay €3.50. The crossing is free for cyclists and hikers.

For more information and current sailing times: Bergschemaasveren.nl

Car, bicycle and foot ferry between Drongelen and Waalwijk.

The Drongelense ferry operates on supply of traffic. Thus, there is no fixed timetable. Even for one user, whether on foot or by means of transportation, the skipper sets the crossing.

Boating Hours
Monday through Thursday from 6:00 a.m. to midnight
Friday through Sunday from 6:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m.

Around Christmas and New Year and on holidays, the ferries have modified times.

Motorized traffic must pay for the crossing. So cars, vans, motorcycles, etc. must buy a ticket. For cars and motorcycles, you pay €2.70. Motorhome drivers pay €3.50. The crossing is free for cyclists and hikers.

For more information and current sailing times: Bergschemaasveren.nl