De Razende Bol is a jewel in the collection of nature reserves managed by Landschap Noord-Holland. For a few years they have been responsible for nature management on this sandbar that is also known as Noorderhaaks. The sandbar is constantly under the influence of current and wind, the location is therefore constantly changing. The Razende Bol is slowly moving in the direction of Texel. Because this sandbar is regularly visited by holidaymakers in the summertime, Noord-Holland Landscape was asked by Rijkswaterstaat to supervise. The most important part is maintaining the peace and protecting the breeding birds and resting seals. The north side of the Razende Bol is closed to visitors for a certain period. No one comes to the sandbar for much of the year. Because it is so peaceful, it is a place where many birds stay. It is also a nice place for seals. There are common seals and grey seals, up to 350 individuals. Grey seals use the island to birth and suckle young. The animals need rest during the suckling time. Every disruption can mean disaster for a young pup, especially if its mother does not come back to suckle because of the disruption. Peacefulness on the Razende Bol is therefore very important.
Razende Bol
Nearby locations
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Fort Kijkduin
Discover Napoleon's fort and walk among sharks in the aquarium
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Bed & Breakfast Uit ‘t Zicht
Next to the sea, beach and dunes is the beautiful B&B 'Uit 't Zicht' at Huisduinen. Here you can enjoy beautiful rooms, an excellent well-kept breakfast and of course a lot of cosiness.
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Art workplace LDS46
On our visit address at Huisduinen (art workplace LDS46) we organize, in addition to changing exhibits, regular events. Here you will find performances of classical and modern music, festive receipts, workshop dinners and personal explanations of displayed works of art. Furthermore, we participate in various cultural manifestations and art routes.
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Nogal Wiedus aan Zee
A breathtaking location on the seadike of Den Helder. You can enjoy the great dishes and drinks in a relaxed atmosphere. On the amazing terrace near the Northsea you might spot a seal of close your eyes and enjoy the sun. Do I need to say more? If it is colder, you have the most beautiful seascapes from the conservatory.
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Zorgboerderij Tesselaar
Care & dairy farm Tesselaar is situated in Huisduinen. It's the only dairy farm in the township of Den Helder. The Tesselaar family started the farm in 2012. They own 40 milch cows and they make their own yoghurt and 10 different kinds of cheese! You can buy this and other products from their garden at the farmshop. But you can also visit their Alpaca's and garden.
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“Kroontjesbunker” (FL250)
The FL250 was nicknamed 'Kroontjesbunker' because of the shape of the tower. In the bunker the flight movements of aircraft were coordinated. This bunker is located in a nature reserve.
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Beach entrance Huisduinen
Beach entrance Huisduinen lies almost under de most beautiful and oldest lighthouse of the Netherlands, called ''de Lange Jaap'' and is named after the old village Huisduinen, which lies directly next to it. This beach is a nice and quiet family beach, with its own paviljon ''Factor 30''. You can find the toilets and beach shower here. In de surrounding area there is a beautiful old fort - ''Fort Kijkduin'', which you can visit. It has a magnificent sea fish tank, and a overview of the history of this fort. You can walk and cycle in a big dune area ''de Grafelijkheidsduinen''.
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Restaurant “Storm aan Zee”
Storm aan Zee has a special location on the seadike of Den Helder, at the beginning of the Dutch coast. At our restaurant you can enjoy a magnificent seaview, De Razende Bol, Texel and the dunes of Den Helder.
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“Kustwachttoren”
Nowhere can you sleep as close to the sea as when you sleep in De Kustwachttoren. This unique holiday apartment is situated in the lovely coastal town Huisduinen. This former coastguard tower has been transformed into a stunning apartment with a spectacular view across land and sea. The apartment is situated on the third, fourth and fifth floor of the former coastguard tower. De Kustwachttoren has been renovated while maintaining its original character, providing you with a special view from anywhere in the apartment.