Fort Westoever was built around 1825 to defend the newly constructed North Holland Canal against attacks on the harbor of Den Helder. In 1954 the fort was taken over by the Royal Netherlands Navy. They built an emergency power diesel power station in the fort. Today, the venue is suitable for beer tastings or a delicious artisan burger with fries. This location is also perfectly suitable for different types of events, for example: weddings (think of a festival wedding on the ramparts), staff parties, team building days, etc. A combination can be made with different styles of catering in a unique ambiance, under the vaults of the Fort. or in good weather on the terrace at the Spoorweghaven. The Helderse Jongens brewery is located in the Fort. The first beer brewery in Den Helder. From the beer café you have a beautiful view of the enormous brewing kettles. Sloops and flat boats are also rented out to explore the canals of Den Helder yourself. Also ask about the exciting game Fortslag!
Fort Westoever
Nearby locations
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Nature information center Balgzand, ‘t Kuitje
Southeast of Den Helder lies the beautiful nature reserve World Heritage Waddenzee. The Balgzand is the the western part of the Waddenzee. This area is very important for migrating birds and for fish. To have as many people as possible know about this beautiful reserve, Nature information center Balgzand 't Kuitje hosts wad excursions organised by the Waddenvereniging.
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Marinemuseum
The Navy Museum is located on the Oude Rijkswerf, where naval ships used to be built and maintained. Unique is the submarine Tonijn, this submarine can be viewed from the inside.
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Stichting Helderse Botters
De Stichting Helderse Botters bestaat geheel uit vrijwilligers en probeert de HD2 en RD28, twee unieke botters als cultureel erfgoed, d.m.v. charter en sponsoring door particulieren en bedrijven, voor het nageslacht in de vaart te houden.
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Fort Erfprins
Fort Erfprins is a nineteenth-century fortress west in the city of Den Helder. With an area of ??49 ha. Erfprins is the largest fortress in the Netherlands. The fort was designated as a national monument in June 1973 and the fort is part of the Den Helder Defense Line which was constructed from 1807 onwards. At this moment it is still in use as a naval barracks. Every now and then, historical tours are given.
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Studio 3
In Den Helder with the most beautiful beaches and most solar hours, the studio of Photo Studio Ad Biersteker is partially converted into a cozy apartment with a beautiful sunny roof terrace. Your apartment has HD TV with internet, oven / microwave, full kitchen utensils, dishwasher, free wifi, washer and dryer, and parking is free for the door.
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Mindsz gallery & upcycle workplace
Mindsz gallery & upcycle workplace has surprising and unique designer furniture and home accessories, made out of recycled materials. Upcycling is the base principle with which we work, where durability and recycling are important factors. Materials and objects are being re-used and usually get a totally different function. Every product has a unique characters because of it. Mindsz also has the goal to offer a workplace for people who are psychologically vulnerable and have a big distance to the job market.
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Verdeli
Lekker, toegankelijk en divers, dat is Verdeli! Deze vegetarische traiteurszaak aan het Breewaterplein biedt heerlijke huisgemaakte maaltijden en snacks voor thuis, duurzame culinaire cadeautjes, een selectie bijzondere biologische wijnen, speciaalbiertjes, en meer.
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Icecream salon Wim Laan
The ice is prepared in the traditional way and is always fresh. Everyone is welcome from Monday - Saturday, and during the summer periode also opened every Sunday.
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EFFE AnderZZ
Welcome toEFFE AnderZZ The place in Den Helder where you are welcome to enjoy yourself at any time of the day.