The Dutch lifeboat service through the ages and the safety aspects at sea are at the centre of attention in this museum. Original lifeboats, ship models, scale models, paintings, pictures, distinctions, life-saving equipment and movies are being displayed. All texts and computersimulations are in the English language and most movies as well. Daily, between 13.00 and 16.00 hrs, a 15 minute tour through the inner harbour can be made on board a historic lifeboat. Reservations for the boattrip not required.
National Lifeboat Museum Dorus Rijkers
Nearby locations
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Helderse Historical Society
The Helderse Historische Vereniging was founded on July 1, 1988 and is concerned with the preservation, disclosure and distribution of the history of Den Helder.
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Drugstore Trekpleister
Our store sells beauty, beauty, care and mother / child products.
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Escaperooms Den Helder – Danger no Voltage!
The time is ticking away, only 60 minutes. Are you able to prevent a new cyber war? Danger No Voltage in Den Helder has two escape rooms in Fortress Westoever.
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Music Cafe de Bliksem
A unique place with a rich history: Café de Bliksem. Not only in Den Helder but also far beyond. The small but very nice stage has always accommodated bands from all over the world and enjoys an almost legendary status. A unique place
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Iceparadise
We bring the summer itch, and give the ultimate holiday feeling. We have 36 different ice-cream flavours, including Smurf, Cookies, Stroopwafel, Bubblegum, Kinder Bueno and even Liquorice! All our flavours are fit for people with lactose or gluten allergies. We also offer an assortment of fresh pie to go along with a delicious cup of coffee.
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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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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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Forest Hotel
The Forest Hotel is an excellent hotel opportunity in the centre of Den Helder. The city centre of Den Helder offers you, in addition to the pleasant shopping streets, the theatre and various museums, all within walking distance of the hotel. The beach, sea, dunes and the ferry to Texel are all within 2 kilometres. The Forest Hotel has 25 luxurious rooms, equipped with shower and/or bath, toilet, TV and telephone. Our atmospheric bar is the ideal place to enjoy a drink in the comfortable Chesterfield or at the cosy bar.
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Den Helder Airport CV