De Poezenboot - literally translated to 'Cat Boat' - is one of the ultimate world destinations for anyone who really, really loves cats! This floating animal sanctuary was built in 1966, and has been keeping the paws of stray cats dry ever since.
Housing approximately 50 homeless cats at a time, this no-kill cat sanctuary not only works as a veterinary hospital, but opens itself up to the public so these kittens can get some serious playtime in with the nearly 5,000 guests visiting throughout the year. Out of each of these cats, a majority are available for adoption, and this is the biggest way that De Poezenboot has found many of these former strays a very happy home.
The sanctuary is open for visiting hours from 1 PM - 3 PM daily, except Wednesday and Sundays. To visit De Poezenboot, find them at the following address:
The Catboat
Singel 38.G
1015 AB Amsterdam
The Netherlands