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For the first time in the Netherlands, a civilian drone took off out of sight and into the open sea. The flight from Den Helder Airport demonstrates what is technically possible here.

The Story Route at the Helderse cemetery has been nominated for a national heritage award. The route uses QR codes to bring the history of Den Helder to life.

In 2025, Den Helder enjoyed an impressive 2,219 hours of sunshine. This puts us in an impressive second place.

Four Helderse KNRM volunteers received medals for their years of service at sea. Together they rescued thousands of people and animals from emergency situations.

On December 20th, the book about De Schooten will be presented at Bonte bookstore. Author: Marinus Vermoten.

The municipality of Den Helder, together with InWerking, is extending the Inland Shipping project by one year. This project will give twenty young people from our municipality the opportunity to work and learn...

Reopening of Techniekcampus Den Helder: future-proof technology education in the region. After a thorough renovation and refurbishment of the building, Thursday, November 20, 2025, marked the reopening of...

On Sunday, December 14, the Connexxion timetable in North Holland North will change. Several connections will be improved, making travel on many bus routes more attractive. All changes are also listed on connexxion.nl/2026....

Den Helder is at the forefront of energy innovation, according to research by Innovatiespotter. Its maritime location and collaborative partnerships make the city a strong energy hotspot. Ports, businesses, and knowledge partners are jointly accelerating hydrogen and...

Kees Boelema Robertus received the Den Helder honorary medal. The award honors his years of dedication to the city and the navy. He connected cooperation, the Navy Museum, and the civil-military force.

Members of the Den Helder Executive Board are in Brussels for European Week. There, they are working with regions to strengthen the profile of North Holland North. Den Helder demonstrates how safety, innovation, and...

From May 1, 2025, to September 2025, Beachclub Citadel, at Duinoord beach access point, will once again have an electric beach wheelchair available. This is specifically for people with disabilities who...