Museum Prins Hendrik de Zeevaarder
Located in the heart of Egmond aan Zee, in a white, palace-like building full of history and character, Museum Prins Hendrik de Zeevaarder welcomes its visitors. This unique small museum, housed in the former home for retired seafarers, offers a deep dive into maritime history and the lives of the sailors who sailed the seven seas.
What can you expect at Museum Prins Hendrik de Zeevaarder?
- Location: The small-scale museum is located on the first floor of the monumental care home Prins Hendrik, on Voorstraat in Egmond aan Zee.
- Maritime Collections: Admire ship models, maritime paintings, antiques, and curiosities, many of which were made or collected by the residents of the home.
- Atmospheric Decor: Be swept away by the atmosphere of the seven seas that is felt throughout the building, from stained glass windows depicting the life of the sailor to the ships and paintings in the corridors.
- Unique Exhibitions: View the beautiful, handmade scale models of Egmond fishing cutters and historical ships, all made to scale by retired seafarers.
- Rich History: Discover the history of the Prins Hendrik Foundation and its transformation into a care home with the atmosphere of seafaring.
A Maritime Journey Through Time
Enrich your knowledge of maritime history and culture in Egmond aan Zee at the quaint Museum Prins Hendrik de Zeevaarder.
Furthermore Museum Prins Hendrik de Zeevaarder is near the following sights: Museum of Egmond (±400 m), Lucky Strike Bowling (±500 m), Zenmoodz (±500 m), Midgetgolf Natuurlijk (±500 m) & Lighthouse J.C.J. van Speijk Egmond (±700 m).
For information
Voorstraat 41, Egmond aan Zeeweb. Website