Look beyond the horizon and step into the world of the Zuiderzee Museum in Enkhuizen. It is the perfect place to explore and experience the former Zuiderzee up close.
The museum welcomes everyone to discover its rich history. Learn about the past while exploring, taking part in activities, and tasting traditional products. What are you waiting for?
Walk through the historic outdoor museum, the Zuiderzee Village, meet the people who once lived around the Zuiderzee, and discover the indoor museum, Het Schathuys. Experience what life was like in the past, what was possible then and what is still possible today. Discover what connects us and what makes us different. See how the past inspires the future. Share stories and experience the museum together. Celebrate the Zuiderzee and everything that makes it so special.
Combined ticket: Zuiderzee Museum and ferry service from Stavoren to Enkhuizen
Book your combined ticket for the ferry from Stavoren to Enkhuizen and admission to the Zuiderzee Museum at the VVV tourist office in Stavoren.
Board the Bep Glasius ferry in Stavoren at 10:25 a.m. After an 80-minute crossing, you will arrive directly in front of the Zuiderzee Museum. You can also take your bicycle on board. After visiting the museum, you will have plenty of time to explore Enkhuizen by bike before taking the 4:45 p.m. ferry back to Stavoren.
The VVV tourist office is located opposite the Fish Fountain and is open from April to October. It is situated next to the ferry departure point.
Visitor addresses
Depending on the time of year, the museum has different entrance locations:
- Sluisweg 1, Enkhuizen (Entrance Pavilion, open during the summer season)
- Wierdijk 12–22, Het Schathuys, Enkhuizen (open all year, including winter)
- Groene Wierdijk, Enkhuizen (City Entrance, open during the summer season)
