Open Botterdag

Name: Open Botterdag
Start: 2026-09-19
End: 2026-09-20
Location: Botterwerf

took place · 19 Sep 2026

Botterwerf, Huizen

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Description was written before the event

During the Open Botterdag, the Botterwerf in Huizen opens its doors to visitors who want to see traditional shipbuilding and maritime heritage up close.

About the festival: Open Botterdag

~1.000

Visitors per edition (indicative)

Good to know

Location: Botterwerf, Havenstraat 300, Huizen
Free admission
Sailing on a botter is possible (rates may vary per edition)
Opening hours usually 10.00-17.00, sailing trips 11.00-16.00
Suitable for all ages, including children
Botter cafe and botter shop present on the wharf
Volunteers provide information about the botters and Huizen's fishing heritage
No reservation needed - just walk in

What's new

2026-05
The first Open Botterdag of 2026 on May 9 attracted around a thousand visitors to the Botterwerf, with boat trips that day being free.
2026-06
The second edition of 2026 took place on June 20, with boat trips between 11:00 and 16:00 and performances by a sea shanty choir and a music association.

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