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Architecture Day: bike tour through Nieuw Den Helder

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In 1856, Den Helder was one of the first cities in the Netherlands to have its own water tower and several meters of water mains, located in Huisduinen. After about 50 years, the tower...
Sat 13 Jun '26

/ 10:00 am

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Cycle through Nieuw Den Helder and discover the changed neighborhood.

Saturday, June 13 is Architecture Day. The national theme is once again In transition. That suits this neighborhood by the dunes.

See how the neighborhood changed

New Den Helder became a neighborhood in the dunes. Beachcomber Jan Kikkert takes you along on his bike. Along the way, you will see where that change is visible. You will hear more about the development of the neighborhood.

Take a look inside a Tiny House

The route passes by the Falgatuinen. There, you can view the inside of a Tiny House. You will discover how the Tiny House neighborhood originated. You will also learn more about off-grid living.

Hop on and cycle along

The bike tour starts at 10:00 AM at the Water Tower in Den Helder. Participation is free. Registration is not required. Come along and experience New Den Helder by bike.

When

Sat 13 Jun '26

10:00 am

Where

Places of interest
In 1856, Den Helder was one of the first cities in the Netherlands to have its own water tower and several meters of water mains, located in Huisduinen. After about 50 years, the tower...

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