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
Carnaval Zwaag
On March 2, 2025, the annual Carnival Parade will take place in Zwaag, with tens of thousands of visitors who are carried away in the cheerful and exu...
Westfriese Struuntocht
A fundraising walk full of surprises. During the walk through Enkhuizen at night you walk past and sometimes even through special buildings. Along the...
Kermis Hoorn
With 70 attractions this is the funfair of North Holland! Enjoy 10 days of the most fun party in Hoorn.
Professionele fotoshoot tussen de tulpen – Anna Paulowna & Aartswoud
Have unique photos taken among the tulips! Have you always dreamed of a beautiful photo amidst colorful tulip fields? This is your chance! On Saturday...
Expositie werk Lida Hofstede
In May and June, there is an exhibition of the work of Lida Hofstede (during opening hours from Monday to Friday morning) in the beautiful historic to...
Monday 8 June 2026
Expositie “Schepen zonder zeil”
When people think of a ship in a bottle, they often think of a sailing ship in a bottle. This is often true, but in reality, every interesting ship ha...
Monday 8 June 2026
Met nieuwe ogen
Ontdek in de jubileumtentoonstelling Met nieuwe ogen hoe de geschiedenis van de Zuiderzee hedendaagse kunstenaars inspireert.
Summer opening of the Westerkerk
The church is open to visitors in the afternoons during the summer months. In 2026, the opening period is from June 2 to June 20, and subsequently fro...
Tuesday 9 June 2026
Exhibition Living with the Dyke
Exhibition brings the West Frisian Ring Dyke to life in Enkhuizen The exhibition *Living with the Dyke* can be seen in the Westerkerk from Tuesday, Ju...
Tuesday 9 June 2026
Film: Two Prosecutors
Tijdens Stalins Grote Terreur onderzoekt officier Kornyev een onterechte gevangenschap en ontdekt hij een systeem gebouwd op angst en controle.
Tuesday 9 June 2026
GT-Tuesday
Vanaf dinsdag 18 mei elke dinsdag GT-Tuesday tussen 15:00-18:00 uur!
Tuesday 9 June 2026
Film: Champagne
Maarten besluit zijn eigenzinnige en ongeneeslijk zieke vader Hans mee te nemen op een laatste, onvergetelijke roadtrip naar de Franse Champagnestreek...
Wednesday 10 June 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
Spuihuisje
The Spuihuisje is the former lock keeper's house, built above the passage to the Zuiderhaven on the Spui. The frieze mak...
Cinema Enkhuizen
In the striking Drommedaris van Enkhuizen you will find Cinema Enkhuizen on the second floor. Cinema Enkhuizen shows a c...
De Mastenbar
You will find the Mastenbar in the always pleasant Compagnieshaven.
IJgenweis Streekbos
Enjoy fun activities and delicious regional food with friends, family or colleagues. I n the Kop van Noord-Holland, bet...
De Westfriese Munt
At Westerstraat 125 is the Mint, the building where the VOC coins were minted. This happened alternately in Enkhuizen, H...
Het Eendenmuseum
A museum fun for young and old! In the Duck Museum you will find a wealth of history about the world-famous car: the duc...
Dé Slijterij van Enkhuizen
The Slijterij van Enkhuizen in the Westerstraat has an extensive range.
Canon van Enkhuizen
Take a walk along the signs of the Canon of Enkhuizen and discover the impressive history of Enkhuizen and its residents...
Vaartocht naar Medemblik
The ship “Friesland” sails between Enkhuizen and Medemblik along the beautiful coast of West Friesland.
EuroParcs Enkhuizer Strand
Water, cozy cities and nature. In EuroParcs Enkhuizer Strand it all comes together. The holiday park is located directly...
RS Dance Studio
Founded by professional dancer and choreographer Roos Scholten, RS Dance Studios offers a unique dance experience for an...
Vereniging Oud Enkhuizen
The Vereniging Oud Enkhuizen is committed to preserving the unique cityscape of Enkhuizen. With a keen eye for both the ...
