Willemsoord, Den Helder

Willemsoord
Rijkswerf Willemsoord
Den Helder, North Holland in Netherlands
Monumental buildings at Willemsoord
Site information
TypeNaval base
OwnerDen Helder municipality
OperatorRoyal Netherlands Navy (former)
Open to
the public
Yes, Maritime attraction park
ConditionDefunct
WebsiteOfficial website
Location
Willemsoord
Coordinates52°57′40″N 4°46′19″E / 52.961023°N 4.771881°E / 52.961023; 4.771881
Site history
Built1790 (1790)
In use1792 – 2000
Battles/wars1799 Anglo-Russian invasion, 1813 Siege of Den Helder

Willemsoord is a large former naval base of the Royal Netherlands Navy in Den Helder. It is now connected to the city center of Den Helder, and focuses on entertainment and tourism.