The Balgzandpolder is entirely designed for birds. You always see birds here resting or looking for food. At high tide in the Wadden Sea there are extra birds to be seen here. They can often be admired from a short distance via a viewing screen. Birds that you can see, for example, are spoonbills, many species of ducks, large groups of oystercatchers and redshanks and amongst them rarer birds such as spotted redshanks and greenshanks. In addition to the Balgzand polder, a bird rock was constructed at the end of 2016. And this was a success, as it is teeming with birds! Nesting opportunities for shore swallows have been created in the walls of the bird rock. The bird rock is five meters high and cannot be climbed by foxes.
Balgzandpolder
Nearby locations
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Apostolisch Genootschap
Religious heritage with an active role in Den Helder society
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Open air theater Helderse Vallei
The Helderse Vallei coordinates the performances in the open-air theater that is located next to the watchtower. Schools, theater or music associations and bands are free to use the theater in consultation under various conditions. These can be requested from the Helderse Vallei.
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VR Activiteiten
VR ervaren bij ons? In Den Helder kun je bij ons de diverse spellen komen spelen!
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Medemblikker Loods
The Medemblikkerloods on Willemsoord is a place where history comes to life. Here, wood is still worked, just as it was in the past. The name refers to the carpenters from Medemblik who practiced their craft here in the 19th century. In their original shed, dating from 1833, wood was dried after years of soaking in the Binnenhaven to soften it enough for working. After serving as a copper warehouse, metalworking shop, and storage for dockworkers, the old shed was demolished in the 1980s. But in 2003, it was rebuilt with the same design and renewed energy. It is now a well-equipped woodworking shop where restoration and maintenance of classic ships—from botters to sloops—are carried out. Thanks to support from the Wadden Fund and the efforts of dozens of volunteers, this shed has become a vibrant place. You'll also find an instruction room and storage facilities, all dedicated to preserving the Museum Harbor. Everything here exudes craftsmanship, a love of maritime heritage, and a focus on sustainability. The warehouse is managed by the Willemsoord Shipyard Foundation. A visit is more than just seeing – it's experiencing how past and future merge in wood, hands, and stories.
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HSV Den Helder
HSV Den Helder has been around since 1934 and is a fishing club for everyone. HSV often organizes fun events for young and old, which everyone can join. You want to get acquainted with sport fishing or participate in competitions? Join them!
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Cinema Zevenskoop
Cinema Zevenskoop is een gezellig filmhuis met een intieme sfeer. We vertonen elke week een film die op een of meer manieren extra mooi is. Vaak zijn het prijswinnende films met prachtige beelden, geweldige acteurs en/of een belangrijk verhaal. Wij ontvangen veel Helders publiek, maar ook mensen van buiten de stad weten ons te vinden. En mensen die alleen komen, vinden gemakkelijk aanspraak, over de film of iets anders. Kom gewoon eens naar Zevenskoop voor een leuk avondje uit! De entreeprijs is € 9,00
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Fantasy Bloemen
Looking for a bouquet or a plant? We have a large assortment of flowers. Fantasy bloemen has been a household name in Den Helder and Julianadorp for more than 40 years.
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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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Grafelijkheidsduinen
Dunes with walking routes, dune lake and rare nature.