City for landlubbers and sailors. Walk, bike or sail through Enkhuizen and feast your eyes. Within the old ramparts you will find no fewer than 361 national monuments and the most unusual street names. Also discover the Zuiderzee Museum and Sprookjeswonderland, be surprised by the special stores and enjoy the cozy restaurants. A day in Enkhuizen flies by, stay overnight and be sure to come back!
Calendar of events
Voorbij de foto
We're bombarded daily with images via television, social media, newspapers, magazines, and messaging apps. But what do we actually see, and who decide...
Monday 9 February 2026
Film: The Housemaid
The Housemaid met Sydney Sweeney en Amanda Seyfried volgt Millie, die als huishoudster bij een rijk koppel belandt waar haar droombaan verandert in ee...
Tuesday 10 February 2026
Film: Blue Moon
Premièreavond van Oklahoma! breekt het leven van songwriter Lorenz Hart. In één nacht vol muziek, spijt en alcohol probeert hij zijn band met Rodge...
Wednesday 11 February 2026
Woensdag Daghap at De Werf Enkhuizen
Wednesday = Specials Day at De Werf. Every Wednesday we serve a changing special of the day at a great price. No stress about making a choice, just de...
Sociaal: Levenscafé: ‘Je bent wat je eet’
Wat je eet beïnvloedt hoe je je voelt en in het leven staat. Toch denken we daar zelden over na. Maar wat als voeding meer is dan alleen brandstof?
Wednesday 11 February 2026
Muziek: Muziekkring: Duo IJlstra & Garcia
Celia & Femke vormen een sprankelend duo. Hun vriendschap klinkt als muziek: intens, onverwacht en meeslepend. Saxofoon & piano reizen door we...
Thursday 12 February 2026
Carnavalsoptocht Enkhuizen 2026
A lively and colorful procession of floats, walking groups, and music through the city.
Saturday 14 February 2026
Winteropenstelling Zuiderkerk
From October 4th to June 28th, the church is open to the public on Saturdays from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM. This is perfect for those who want to enjoy the...
Saturday 14 February 2026
Muziek: Het Zesde Metaal met Even tussen ons
Zanger Wannes Cappelle en cellist Frans Grapperhaus brengen een intiem theaterconcert vol pure songs en sterke verhalen van Het Zesde Metaal.
Saturday 14 February 2026
Kindermiddag van de Haringhoppers
Gezellige, gekke Carnavalskindermiddag voor jong en oud.
Saturday 14 February 2026
Groot Carnaval – Gemaskerd Bal
Geweldige feestavond in de Nieuwe Doelen. Carnaval vieren boven de rivieren.
Saturday 14 February 2026
FIFTY SHADES OF CHARDONNAY – wijnproeverij
Taste and learn the differences between four types of Chardonnay from around the world with four matching appetizers!
Saturday 14 February 2026
Discover Enkhuizen
Visiting from the water
A day of history
Atmospheric shopping
Out with the family
By bicycle and ferry service
A day of history
No city has as many national monuments within walking distance of each other as Enkhuizen. When you walk through Enkhuizen you really imagine yourself back in time. The legacy of the former Golden Age is visible at every corner.
Discover historic Enkhuizen!
Top locations
Dragonfly Rib Events
Experience, feel, enjoy! Encounter the natural elements and stimulate all your senses on the water!
Harddraverijvereniging Enkhuizen
Every year in September, the Harddraverijdag is organized in Enkhuizen. Do you have a warm heart for the Harddraverijver...
Café Bok
Café Bok is a beautiful authentic brown café with a modern twist on the harbor of Enkhuizen. Nautical props and origin...
Taxi 324040
Taxi 324040 is located in Enkhuizen and offers various services. Safe and affordable to Schiphol or to the hospital? Sim...
Tjalkjacht Pelikaan
Welcome aboard the tjalk yacht Pelikaan, a wonderful sailing "holiday home" with 6 spacious cabins, 2 showers, 2 toilets...
Sprookjeswonderland
Sprookjeswonderland is an enchanting park for families or for grandparents with their grandchildren. There is plenty to ...
De Eendracht in Van Bleiswijk
Welcome to De Eendracht in Van Bleiswijk, the ideal place to enjoy good company and good food. Our doors are always open...
Villa Holiday Park IJsselhof
Escape to Villa Holiday Park IJsselhof, located in the beautiful, blooming Andijk on the IJsselmeer. Here you can enjoy ...
Lady Victoria
Come aboard and experience the rich history of this world traveler and survivor of hurricane Luis. Sailing yacht Lady Vi...
Zeilschip Abel Tasman
Sail a day with Party ship Abel Tasman: sailing on the IJsselmeer or the Wadden Sea is an unforgettable experience. Our ...
De Graaff van Enckhuysen
De Graaff van Enckhuysen is a specialty cheese and delicatessen shop, located in the historic city center of Enkhuizen.
Herberg De Compagnie
On the ground floor of Herberg De Compagnie is a café-restaurant where specialty beer and good food are combined. The h...
