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Bunker type 118a

The bunker type 118a Sanitätsunterstand was a bombproof hospital bunker where a total of 30 wounded could be cared for. The bunker was divided into

Kazerne Haerlem

Kazerne Haerlem, built in 1880 – 1881, was a complete bombproof barracks with sanitary facilities, kitchen, bedrooms etc. The premises offered safe shelter to over

Stelling 45

Of Stelling 45 (Widerstandsnest, also shortened as WN 45) there is still a bunker 625 left. A PAK (Panzerabwehr gun) was set up in the

ONSe Bunker

On the grounds of ONS Recreatieoord is a special bunker located, that consists of two bunkers that are built together. The front part is a

iCOON Hoek van Holland

iCOON HvH is a small-scale estate for art, nature, maritime and military heritage enthusiasts. The former ammunition bunker (FL 246) houses a museum for modern

Activities Dishoek

Re-enactment A re-enactment group will be present on the site, portraying Dutch commandos.

Re-enactment Volksgrenadiere

This Dutch group depicts a German conscript regiment from the 1940s. These were not the ‘tough guys’ or serious fanatics but often ordinary average men who had to serve, whether they wanted to or not.

48th Highlanders

At 11:00 am a battle will take place between the 48th Highlanders of Canada and the Volksgrenadiere, in the dunes at Bunkermuseum Jansje Schong.

Wijk aan Zee: Mine chair

During excavation in 2022 for laying electricity cables from the wind turbine off shore Wijk aan Zee to the coast a few naval mine anchors where brought ashore.

Excursion to the ‘Batterie’

Under the guidance of a guide, you can participate in an excursion to the Batterie position on Schiermonnikoog for the day. This position was the major artillery position on the island during World War II.

Spit of land at the Ferry Harbor Hellevoetsluis

The Nazis used the military grounds at this location during the Second World War and expanded their air defense with a bed equipped with anti-aircraft guns (FLAK) and used an already present Dutch military object to serve as troops’ quarters. A special place because this is normally an area that cannot be entered.

Activities Ameland

Various activities are organised at Ameland. Namely: real-life stratago, a bunker excursion by bike and war stories.

Activities Schiermonnikoog

Various activities are organised at Schiermonnikoog. Namely: a filmscreening, a walk along the bunkers and an exposition.

Command bunker 117a ‘Wing bunker’ 

This command bunker of type 117a is nicknamed “wing bunker” or “whale bunker.” This name is derived from the large stabilizing piece built onto the bunker, which has the specific shape of a whale tail or airplane tail. 

Binoculars collection

During Bunker Day, various binoculars from a private collection can be viewed and used. The binoculars also include three German 10×80 cm heavy tripod viewers.

Bunkercomplex Hoeverweg

This bunkercomplex was built during World War II by the German occupiers as a defensive point for the former Bergen airfield used by them. The complex is located south of the airfield, and currently, 13 structures remain.

Guided Tours Willemsoord Den Helder

Please note: this tour can only be visited by reservation. During Bunker Day, Stichting Erfgoed Den Helder organizes a tour at the bunkers by Willemsoord.

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