Hellevoetsluis

Thanks to its strategic location on the Haringvliet, Hellevoetsluis has played an important role in Dutch maritime history for centuries.

Today, this historic fortified town offers a charming mix of monuments, museums, harbours and beautiful waterfront views.

A historic town full of stories

Explore the old fortifications and discover highlights such as the National Fire Brigade Museum, the Hellevoetsluis City Museum and Droogdok Jan Blanken, the oldest stone dry dock in Europe. Along the Koningskade, historic ships including the AMS 60 Bernisse, Noord Hinder and the impressive ironclad Buffel bring the maritime past back to life.

Discover the rich maritime history of Hellevoetsluis, where heritage, culture and the water come together.