Just Bricks

Shopping, tasting and discovering in the heart of Den Helder

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.

Snacks and fries in the city center of Den Helder, fast and tasty

Monumental church on the village square of historic Huisduinen

A day out? Visit our friendly naval town! For more information on Facebook:@InfocentrumDenHelder or mail to: i@infocentrumdenhelder.nl Telephone: 0031-223-616100

Marina with 45 berths and a seasonal bar, close to the center of Den Helder

Unique furniture and gifts with a story, right in the heart of Willemsoord

Sleep in a coast guard tower, with a view of the sea and history under your feet

Accessible neighborhood library with books, activities, and workspaces