Location

De Helderse Vallei

Green and inspiring: discover nature, animals and sustainability in one visit

The Helderse Valley is the place in Den Helder where nature and sustainability converge. You can walk straight from the city into the dunes. Whether you want to play, learn, socialize, or simply relax: it's all possible here.

Discover nature from above

The permanent exhibition offers a bird's-eye view of the region's nature reserves. Walk across a huge map of Den Helder and its surroundings. From dunes to marshes and from beaches to forts: you'll get an instant overview and inspiration.

Sustainable thinking and acting

In the visitor center, you will learn more about your impact on nature. Here you will find up-to-date information and interesting display cases. In the 'forest studio,' you can view a special historical collection of taxidermy specimens.

For children and adults

At De Helderse Vallei, young and old can experience nature. Think of workshops, outdoor activities, or excursions. Perfect for a family outing or an afternoon outside the city.

Address

The Helderse Valley
De Helderse Vallei
9-11
1783 DA
Den Helder

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Opening hours

Tuesday:

10:00-
16:30
and -

Wednesday:

10:00-
16:30
and -

Thursday:

10:00-
16:30
and -

Friday:

10:00-
16:30
and -

Saturday:

10:00-
16:30
and -

Sunday:

10:00-
16:30
and -

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Address

The Helderse Valley
The Helderse Valley
9-11
1783 DA
Den Helder

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Events at The Helderse Valley

Event
Ontdek op 15 oktober samen hoe mooi donkerte kan zijn tijdens het interactieve voorleesavontuur ‘Beleef het donker’.
Thu 15 Oct '26
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Event
Ga op 15 oktober mee naar buiten en ontdek de kleuren, dieren en andere herfstschatten tijdens deze natuurexcursie.
Thu 15 Oct '26
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Event
Help op 16 oktober de dierverzorgers en ontdek hoe de dieren van De Helderse Vallei hun dag beginnen.
Fri 16 Oct '26
Fri 16 Oct 2026
09:00
-10:00 am

 

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