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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Oude Rijkswerf Willemsoord
The unique Willemsoord complex, formerly the shipyard and maintenance site for the Royal Navy, is now a beautiful monumental part of Den Helder, which gradually evolves into an open city. The restoration of Willemsoord has seized a large number of years with the result of a wonderful cultural heritage. Willemsoord houses a variety of entrepreneurs and nautical and cultural institutions. A visit to Willemsoord guarantees a nice day out!
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Poëzieroute
Walking route along breathtakingly beautiful places where one can lose oneself.
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“Hortus Overzee”
In the centre of Den Helder, you will find a magnificent collection of colorful tropical plants. It's the largest Japanese garden in the Netherlands with running water.
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Deugeniet
Deugeniet is a nice place where we welcome our guests for: - Breakfast, lunch & drinks - De best and tastiest apple pie - Other homemade luck Deugeniet has its roots in a big, life-long dream. We put our love in everything we do. Not just our products, but also our interior design and our way of helping our customers. We are also a day care place for people with a condition. They help us out in the service and in the kitching. Grown curious yet? Come on over!
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Zee en Welness
Massage salon Zee en Wellness is located in the center of Den Helder. A place where you can completely relax and enjoy a moment of relaxation.
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Angenietea’s
Be welcome in the coziest Tea Room in Den Helder. Imagine yourself in the atmosphere of the 1920s. Here you can drink tea from one of the most colorful cups we have or enjoy a fragrant cup of Fairtrade Colombian coffee. With a homemade cake on the side, the moment of enjoyment cannot be broken. Or order warm scones! Do you want to taste more? Then book a luxury High Tea. Hat on and pinky up enjoying the togetherness and the sweet and savory delicacies. Nice for a birthday, baby shower or family outing.
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Primera Marsdiep
Life consists of moments. At Primera we like to make each one special. With our assortment of greeting cards, gifts and more than 100 gift cards, you will find a suitable gift for every special occasion. We are happy to gift wrap your purchase for you!
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Nieuwedieper Visshop
The Nieuwedieper fishmonger sells fish from raw to fully prepared. Thus, you can come to us for seafood that you prepare at home, but you can also have a delicious meal or just a traditional fish snack at our place.
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Triade – House of the Arts
Triade is the House of the Arts in Den Helder and the surrounding area. A home for everyone who would like to be involved with music, musical, dance, photography & multimedia and visual arts. For anyone who wants to enjoy Art and Culture and/or want to develop further in this area. We have beautiful studios, a beautiful dance hall, sculpture and drawing studios and various music rooms.