Bar Bonaire

Historic marina on defense grounds, accessible to passers-by and members

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.

Settle down at the Willemsoord harbour for coffee, lunch or drinks in a quirky café full of character.

At Accordeonola, accordion players are given the opportunity to make music together in an accordion orchestra. Under the guidance of a skilled conductor we try to set the bar high! We are always on the lookout for new and appealing music whereby we challenge our members to get the best out of themselves.

Historic shipyard complex full of museums, restaurants, culture and maritime heritage

Spot the blue TukTuk and discover what there is to do in Den Helder

Luxury boutique hotel in the heart of Den Helder with a bar and Texel around the corner

The Van Haaster family has a family business in flower bulbs. Their farm is located in the middle of the...

Olympia Den Helder is hét selectiebureau dat staat voor persoonlijk contact, kwaliteit en resultaat. De focus ligt met name op het vervullen van vacatures bij MKB bedrijven in de regio. Naast bedrijven, is Olympia er ook voor kandidaten. Dagelijks helpen zij mensen aan betekenisvol werk, want hun werk, is werk. En daar werken ze graag samen met jou naartoe! Neem gerust een kijkje op de website voor actuele vacatures, volg de Olympia socials voor de laatste nieuwtjes of loop eens binnen op hun volledig vernieuwde vestiging in de Beatrixstraat!