Den Helder Audio Tour: Fortresses, Ships, and Water Tower Wonders

Above photo: Henk Stapel, director of the Reddingmuseum, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. Cropped & resized.

Steel shadows haunt the harbor where warships once vanished overnight and stone ramparts still brood over restless tides. Den Helder is no sleepy seaside town but a fortress laced with secrets and silent drama.

Plug in and set out on a self-guided audio tour through Binnen de Linie, where naval legends echo between weathered ships, cobblestoned courtyards, and hidden bunkers. Find the stories and clues most travelers miss.

What crisis turned the HNLMS Abraham Crijnssen into a floating camouflage miracle? Who plotted revenge behind the thick walls of the fortifications? Which peculiar engineer left an imprint hidden beneath Willemsoord’s grand docks?

Trace storm-lashed paths from cannon-lined defenses to the labyrinth of old shipyards. Let history pulse under your feet as Den Helder reveals betrayals, close calls, and secret alliances long buried by the sea air.

The keys to Den Helder’s mysteries are in your hand. Press play and the city’s hidden war begins anew.

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• Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 4.6 km (2.9 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 28min
  
• Meeting Point: Start at Fortifications of Den Helder, only a 3 minute walk from Den Helder Train Station
  
• Stops: 11 captivating landmarks including HNLMS Abraham Crijnssen (1936), National Rescue Museum Dorus Rijkers, Hortus Overseas
  

Experience the charm of binnen de Linie like never before. Dive deep into tales of yesteryears, marvel at architectural wonders, and feel the pulse of the city as you navigate through its vibrant streets.

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• Professionally narrated audio stories bringing binnen de Linie's history to life
  
• Interactive map to guide your journey seamlessly
  
• Opportunities to explore and capture the city's most picturesque spots
  
• Flexibility to start, pause, and resume the tour at your convenience
  

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• This is a self-guided audio tour on your phone so no in-person guide.
  
• You'll need a smartphone with Android 7.0+ or iOS 16+ (iPhone 8 or later).
  
• You can start the tour at any time (the event time does not matter).
  
• The tour will be available to you forever so you can explore on any day.
  
• Bring headphones and make sure your phone is charged!
  

Once you book the tour, you'll receive an email within 10 minutes containing your unique redemption code and simple instructions to download our app. Enter the code, and you're all set to explore Den Helder on your terms.
It doesn't matter which date or time you select, when you redeem the code, the audio tour will be available to you permanently so you can explore on any day.

Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple seeking a romantic escapade, a family on an educational outing, or a group of friends eager for adventure, this tour caters to all. It's perfect for those who value flexibility, rich storytelling, and the freedom to explore without constraints.

AllTours is your ultimate travel companion for immersive audio tours. Discover cities like never before as our app reveals the stories behind the sights. Just plug in your headphones and explore!

With AllTours, you'll experience:

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• Immersive Experiences: Our digital guides bring landmarks to life with captivating stories and historical insights
  
• Offline Access: Download tours and maps for offline use – perfect for travelers concerned about data usage
  
• Interactive Maps: Navigate effortlessly with our user-friendly interface showing the optimal route
  
• Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume tours whenever you want – explore at your own pace
  
• Multilingual Support: Enjoy tours in your preferred language with our extensive language options
  

AllTours transforms ordinary sightseeing into extraordinary adventures. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, we help you explore like a local while learning fascinating stories along the way.

You will visit the following locations:

• 🏰  Fortifications of Den Helder (4min)
• 📍  HNLMS Abraham Crijnssen (1936) (3min)
• 📍  HNLMS Schorpioen (4min)
• 📍  Willemsoord, Den Helder (2min)
• 🗼  New water tower (Den Helder) (2min)
• 🌊  Hortus Overseas (4min)
• 🗿  National Rescue Memorial (2min)
• ⛪  Peter and Paul Church (Den Helder) (3min)
• 📍  Nieuwe Kerk (Den Helder) (4min)
• 🏛️  Navy Museum (Den Helder) (4min)
• 🏛️  National Rescue Museum Dorus Rijkers (3min)

Each stop features engaging audio stories that bring the location's history and significance to life.

Above photo: No. 32 Squadron RAAF, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Mouse, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: de Gemeente-atlas van Nederland van Jacob Kuyper. Een uitgave uit 1871 van Hugo Suringar te Leeuwarden, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Arch, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Wistula, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 3.0. Cropped & resized.

Our tours are available in 30+ languages to ensure you have the best experience:

🇬🇧 English  • 
🇫🇷 French  • 
🇪🇸 Spanish  • 
🇩🇪 German  • 
🇮🇹 Italian  • 
🇵🇹 Portuguese  • 
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Fortifications of Den Helder, Fortifications of Den Helder, Den Helder, Netherlands