The Nieuwe Willemshaven
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Dream away in a port crane
The crane’s high legs and feet are almost in the Wadden Sea but are still only a few steps away from the centre of historic Harlingen. This is beyond your wildest dreams.
Discover the port crane (“Havenkraan”)
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Doze off in a hopper
Dreaming away with a unique view over the Wadden Sea World Heritage.
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Fall asleep in a lighthouse
Once a beacon of light in the darkness, now a safe haven for a lovely night.
A decor of naval heritage, an occasional cruise ship, a light ship, a sea tug, and many, many other attractions: during your stay in Harlingen you should not miss a visit to the Nieuwe Willemshaven, the place where you will find a very special mix of the nautical past, the contemporary industry, original and unique places to stay and surprising foods & drinks.
Prime locations in The Nieuwe Willemshaven
Ships in Harlingen
Tall Ships, sea- and river cruises, and a historic fleet. Discover all of the special ships you can encounter in the ports of Harlingen.
Ships in Harlingen
Willem Barentsz
In the Nieuwe Willemshaven, Willem Bartentsz’ ship “De Witte Swaen”, is rebuilt, as much as possible according to the Dutch building method as used at the end of the 16th century. From the 1st of April onwards, one can visit the visitor centre at the Nieuwe Willemshaven. Until that date, De Witte Swaen’s replica can viewed in the Noorderhaven.
Learn more about Willem Barentz
Caspar de Robles
Already in the 16th century, the Spanish lieutenant-governor Caspar de Robles acknowledged that a good seawall is of vital importance for the residents behind the dike. After the All Saints’ Flood in 1570, De Robles ordered to raise the dikes. It earned him a commemorative sign in the form of the Stone Man.
Learn more about Caspar de Robles
Take a look at the other ports
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Zuiderhaven
Zuiderhaven
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Noorderhaven
Noorderhaven
