House of Dance

Experience the history of Den Helder through exhibitions, tours and lectures

Get up early for the best light. Walk with a guide and amateur photographers through the Grafelijkheidsduinen dunes and capture the winter silence, dunes, and sea with your camera.

Let yourself be carried away by the rhythms of Latin America at the salsa school of the region

Old defense line with forts, bunkers and routes through the city and dunes

Three-star hotel with sea view at the very tip of Den Helder

Visit our cozy, homely lunch café at Willemsoord. Our café has a beautiful, old industrial look to it. We offer you an excellent and surprising lunch menu. Enjoy over 20 different kinds of coffee and 12 flavours of tea. We make all our products ourself. For (corporate) parties, we provide high tea's, high beers and high wines, all for a good price.

Peace, nature and water a stone's throw from the dunes, forest and beach

Legendary café for alternative live music in the heart of Den Helder

In the heart of Willemsoord stands a must-see building: Den Helder City Hall. Housed in the historic mast shed, once part of the Royal Netherlands Navy, it is now an open and inspiring space for residents and visitors alike. As soon as you walk in, you're struck by the light, the space, and the wooden support structure. You sense the history, but also the renewed energy. Simply step inside. Exhibitions are often on display – from art and photography to local stories. The program is constantly changing, so there's always something new to discover. The architecture is also remarkable. Old elements have been preserved and combined with modern materials. Think of a steel facade, a three-story atrium, and workspaces with water views. What makes this building particularly appealing is its sustainable character. The mast shed and sailmaker's workshop have been thoroughly renovated for sustainability, with solar panels, smart installations, and a thermal energy storage system. The sailmaker's workshop is even energy-neutral. This is an example of how heritage and sustainability can go hand in hand. A place with character, substance, and an inviting program. Go there, take your time, and be surprised.