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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Lightship Texel
Since 1996, the museum lightship Texel No. 10 has been an absolute eye-catcher in Museum Harbor Willemsoord on the Oude Rijkswerf Willemsoord in Den Helder. What is special is that the now beautifully restored ship is moored a stone's throw from the slipway where she was launched in 1951. After this, the lightship would be a reliable beacon in the sea off the Dutch coast for forty years. It now forms a shining centerpiece of a special museum ships collection. Lightship Texel is open to the public, check the website for current opening times.
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Hotel Den Helder
Hotel with restaurant, bowling and mini golf near the center
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Rik Niks Body Language
Dance, fitness and relaxation under one roof in a warm and homely atmosphere
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Chinees Indisch restaurant Peking
All-in buffet, takeaway and catering at this Chinese restaurant in Den Helder
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De KlimVallei
Swing like Tarzan through the trees in this challenging climbing forest in Mariëndal
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Restaurant “Kade60”
Kade 60 is located in the building of the former iron foundry , located at the old dockyard Willemsoord. The stylish decor, varied menu and informal atmosphere make you feel at home in our "living room". The restaurant seats up to 80 guests and features a bar, lounge area with fireplace and a play area for children, equipped with DVD player. You can not only contact us for lunch or dinner, or just for a cup of coffee or a drink with a snack. Behind the restaurant you will find over 200 free parking spaces !
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Foodstation Avanti
Soup, sandwiches and ice cream in the heart of Spoorstraat
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Verenigde Wadden Compagnie
The Verenigde Wadden Compagnie is a initiative from Stichting Museumhaven Willemsoord in Den Helder. Experience the Wad the best way possible. There are a lot of options to experience this World Herritage.
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Kunst- en Natuurproject De Nollen
A walking work of art in the dune landscape, with sculptures by Van de Wint