Nowhere in North Holland is bird life as rich as on Balgzand. The land here is wide and beautiful. From a number of points on the sea dyke you have a beautiful view of the mudflats. A good point to look at is ’t Kuitje Information Centre on the Oostoeverweg in Den Helder. Note the tides, for with rising water the thousands of birds fly in large swirling clouds towards the dike to spend time there. The Balgzand is so loved by countless birds because it falls dry twice a day and then uncovers endless sand and mud flats, where a lot of shellfish, worms, shrimps and snails can be found. In the spring, numerous birds, including tangs, terns and seagulls, nest here on the salt marshes formed against the dyke. Even spoonbills have successfully raised youngsters here. In July large groups of mountain ducks come together to moult, a remarkable spectacle. Every month you can go on a bird excursion.
Balgzand
Nearby locations
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Rent en Event Den Helder
Rent an e-chopper, fat bike or tandem and discover Den Helder in your own way
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Into Dance
Dance Masters dance school Into Dance is a dance school for young and old where you can take Ballroom, Latin and Kizomba classes.
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Triade – Huis van de Kunsten
Discover art and culture in a creative and inspiring home
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CD Sealspotter
Step aboard and spot seals at the Razende Bol
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De Marine Bedrijf Sport en OntspanningsVereniging (MBSOV)
Sports, culture and recreation for (former) navy employees
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Frietboetiek De Werviaan
Traditional fries with taste, served at Willemsoord
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Winkelgebied Ravelijncenter
The largest shopping area in Den Helder: more than 35 shops and free parking
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Music association Winnubst
Music association Winnubst, founded in 1900, offers musical relaxation to around 100 enthusiastic singers. With a good training of their own through the Klein Harmonieorkest, Winnubst ensures that the Harmonie orchestra can continue to operate at the highest level. In addition, Winnubst has the Bigband Frankie Goes To ... and the multi-bladed chapel the Knorhanen, now a household name in Den Helder and the like.
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Mariëndal
At the end of 2005, the nature in Den Helder was expanded with more than 50 hectares of natural bush land. Flower bulb fields were converted into low dunes, dune grasslands and water features. Come and visit and be amazed by the wealth of flowers, butterflies and birds. Don’t forget your boots!