Bridges and locks in Enkhuizen
" In Enkhuizen and the surrounding area you will find special bridges and locks. Visit the only naviduct in the world or the old Spuihuisje from the seventeenth century. View beautiful small drawbridges or very large ones. "
Bridges and locks in Enkhuizen and the surrounding area
Naviduct Krabbersgat
The first naviduct in the world is located near Enkhuizen: an aqueduct, but with a lock in the watercourse. So here you can drive under a lock with your bicycle or car.
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Ophaalbrug Drommedaris
In front of the Drommedaris is a white drawbridge (national monument) that was narrowed around 1900. The drawbridge gives the ships access to the Oude Haven between the Paktuinen and the Dijk.
History of the Drommedaris
De Overhaal
The Overhaal in the harbor of Bovenkarspel is an important industrial monument. As early as the 17th century, barges from the polder were transferred to this harbor. This was important for the supply and trading of vegetables. After a thorough restoration, the Overhaal is now used as a barge and boat lift for recreation.
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Enkhuizen from the water
More once in the pleasant port city of Enkhuizen! Combine a day on the water with history, culture, nice terraces and good food. In Enkhuizen you will find various harbors within walking distance of the historic city center.
View Enkhuizen from the water
Ports in Enkhuizen
Enkhuizen is the city where ships stay a day longer. Simply, because there is so much to do in and around Enkhuizen. You will also find the cozy city center within a few minutes walking distance! View the ports of Enkhuizen here.
Ports in Enkhuizen
Spuihuisje
The Spuihuisje is the former lockkeeper's house, built above the passage to the Zuiderhaven on the Spui. The Spuihuisje connects the water of the Zuiderhavendijk with the IJsselmeer. The Spuihuisje contains the lifting mechanism of the lock gate to prevent the water level in the city canals from becoming too high. The Flessenscheepjesmuseum is now located in the picturesquely situated house.
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