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.
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Nearby locations
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Drugstore Verberne
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- Den helder
At Drugstore Verberne, service and good advice are our number one priority. We have a broad assortment of products, and can order anything you can't find in our store. Whether it's a foto for your passport, glasses or having your ears pierced, we stand at the ready!
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Kanoroutes Den Helder
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- Den Helder
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Funtastic Casino
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- Den Helder
Funtastic Casino is a contemporary, atmospheric and cozy entertainment center where money-winning gambling plays have a central role. Gaming offers entertainment, excitement and relaxation. The team is happy to answer any questions you may have, and you will enjoy alcohol-free drinks and tasty snacks during your stay. You will find Funtastic Casino in building 52CD along the terminal. Access is free and from 21 years old.
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Fairtransport Shipping
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- Den Helder
Fairtransport is the name of the on Willemsoord established alternative shipping company as a quality indicator for clean transport. The motorless sailing ship Tres Hombres already sails five years the sustainable trade route between Europe and the Caribbean. A second ship, the Nordlys IV will operate from March 2015 the European coast.
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De Dorpsroute
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- Den Helder
The Helderse Vallei is the starting point of the 4 well-marked canoe routes that Den Helder has, with various jetties along the way. In addition, Den Helder has various waterways that are easily accessible for canoes. The village route (purple route, 15 km), the southernmost route, runs along the outer edges of Julianadorp.
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Hotel Lands End
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- Den Helder
Enjoy the view of the sea Our 3-star hotel is located on the seadike of Den Helder. It's close to the terminal of the ferry to Texel. The hotel has luxuriously furnished rooms that offer a unique view on the sea and / or the navy harbor. It's just a few minutes from the centre of Den Helder, dunes and beach.
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De natuurroute
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- Den Helder
The Helderse Vallei is the starting point of the 4 well-marked canoe routes that Den Helder has, with various jetties along the way. In addition, Den Helder has various waterways that are easily accessible for canoes.
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Den Helder Experience Store
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- Den Helder
Citymarketing Den Helder has opened an Experience Store in the center of Den Helder. A unique concept where you can interactively obtain information about living, working, learning and leisure within the municipality of Den Helder.
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Helderse Musical Association Showboat
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- Den Helder
Showboat is a musical group from Den Helder, who are playing a musical each year. The organisation has 15 members.