The Bunker Museum in IJmuiden aan Zee, Velsen, Netherlands welcomes you to a fascinating and informative visit in the men's bunker of the Heerenduin battery, and they celebrate special events like Bunker Day and the Historical weekend. Listed as a national monument, and from November to March you can enjoy museum tours on the first Sunday of every month available for 15 people, so advanced booking is a must for these winter tours during their winter closure. The Bunker Museum is open every first and third Sunday in the months of April to October, come learn about the fascinating life of the 18 soldiers who stayed here during the Second world war, this open air museum also features outside collection pieces of beach barriers, and the rooms inside have ben converted into a diorama with reconstructions of a bedroom from then and more, they also have an underground Seehund pavilion which shows the wreck of a 12 metre long mini boat, it's all here for a fascinating visit.READ MORE

At Westenwind Marine Antiques in IJmuiden, you will find treasures that have been uniquely sourced. Many nautical artifacts are one off and these rare finds are generally hard to come by. Although it is not the primary business of Westenwind Marine, nautical antiques are in high demand and the company decided to enhance their business by starting an antique nautical collection. Some artifacts can be found but mainly large, brassed items are available. Owing to Westenwind Marine staff working in the industry, their extensive knowledge has impacted on ensuring accurate, original information is provided for the antiques and artifacts on the floor. Providing most of Holland, Westenwind Marine Antiques is a must visit for the serious nautical aficionado.READ MORE

Kop Van De Haven in IJmuiden aan Zee, Velsen, Netherlands offers an unforgettable maritime experience with beautiful waters and sea all around you, they offer a unique dining experience with a combination of nature, port activities, shipping traffic and cruises. Everyday from ten to ten they have mouthwatering dishes available no matter your mood and there are exquisite bread dishes, soups and appetizers, fish and chips, sushi, salads and sashimi, sublime shellfish dishes and delectable main, or enjoy something from the BBQ and end with the perfect dessert. Kop Van De Haven offers delicious fish and meat dishes and wines, it's perfect for private or business meetings and with a unique and constantly changing view offers a beautiful nautical touch, they have facilities for the disabled and WIFI is free, they have group menus including buffets and business packages, it's all here.READ MORE

Sportvisserij Ijmuiden is a leader in organising unforgettable day trips out on the waters for companies and private individuals, and they offer sport fishing, sea fishing and cruises with good old fashioned hospitality and great service. Mackerel, cod and flatfish are fished throughout the year, and the ship is fully equipped with all you need, plus has all safety certificates, they even have a heated bar with tasty snacks and drinks. Sportvisserij Ijmuiden provides the perfect outing for companies, colleagues, friends and family and in Summer there is an outdoor bar with the possibility of a BBQ, and unforgettable and wonderful day is guaranteed, let the adventures begin.READ MORE

Gerard Van Es in IJmuiden, Velsen, Netherlands serves an award winning menu of classic dishes, seafood and fish dishes, it's fish seventh heaven for those that love all things fish. Enjoy oyster slurping and all you can eat mussels, connoisseur fish and classic fish, fish and chips, shellfish and more, and here they serve sustainable choices showcasing traditional Dutch North sea fish straight from the fish auction. Gerard Van Es is a traditional fish restaurant that also caters to land lovers, and there's a great take away menu, there is a fish shop at the restuarant so you can take some home with you after dining, choose your favourite fish in the shop and the restaurant will prepare it for you and serve it, or else take it home and delight your guests, they also cater to special occasions and corporate events.READ MORE

High Tide Surf and Food in IJmuiden, Velsen, Netherlands is a wind and water sports centre at the beach entrance of IJmuiderslag, and they are open all year for rentals, lessons, company outings, team building, family outisng, bachelor parties, meetings and more with tailor made programs for groups from 10-100. The surf shop covers all your windsurf, stand up paddle surf and wave surfing needs with excellent brand name merchandise, being passionate about watersports themselves, they have you covered, and they do board repair. High Tide Surf and Food is a surf school offers surf lessons by top instructors, they also cover kitesurfing, SUP, yoga and longboarding, and you can enjoy healthy meals and drinks here too, they use only the finest organic regional products of the season, it's all here, come play.READ MORE

SHIP is the Sluis Haven Information Point in IJmuiden, Velsen, Netherlands and the largest sea lock in the world, here they show you how construction is being tackled and how far it has progressed, there are permanent exhibitions and it is a fascinating visit for young and old. You enjoy a guided tour and there are various packages available with films, excursions and lectures, there is even a restaurant and roof terrace. SHIP is an entire lock complex replicated to scale, come view the fine examples of Dutch hydraulic engineering, turn the buttons yourself and be a lock keeper, they are even wheelchair accessible, the welcome groups and companies for an educational and amazing day out, they can also cater to meetings for product presentations or workshops in VIP and cinema rooms with lunch, tour guides, catering and facilitators, it's all here, a must experience attraction.READ MORE

Apollo Hotel IJmuiden Seaport Beach in IJmuiden aan Zee, Velsen, Netherlands is located just 150 metres from the beach, and you wake to the sound of the ocean, step out onto your balcony and enjoy the rich sea air and stunning views. The hotel features 146 spacious and tidy rooms with choices of classic rooms, superior rooms, suites, a disabled suite and superior suites, and they are pet friendly, there's a fitness centre and sauna as well as Turkish steam room. Apollo Hotel IJmuiden Seaport Beach has excellent meeting and event facilities for groups large and small, and the restaurant Beaufort serves culinary delights on the beach with views across the Kennemer dunes to the marina, come sample the chefs exquisite specialties, they also cater to corporate events and family celebrations, come for a fabulous stay or event and your absolute dining pleasure.READ MORE

Hotel Rauw aan de Kade in IJmuiden aan Zee, Velsen, Netherlands offers different attractive room choices, and the 8 deluxe rooms have harbour views, come stay in luxury with rooms of character, distinction, raw elements and visual aspects, it's a beautiful combination. The little extras that make life great include a bathrobe and slippers, tea and coffee in rooms, soundproofing for a great nights rest, a good buffet breakfast, delicious meals in the a la carte restaurants, extremely friendly bar staff and free WIFI. Hotel Rauw aan de Kade is located on the side of a fishing harbour and is extremely quiet, they also host events and celebrations, and if you prefer to self cater their are good facilities available for you to do so, come for a comfortable stay in modern surrounds.READ MORE

Parrilla Grande in IJmuiden, Velsen, Netherlands offers a unique concept of Argentinian cuisine with sublime meat dishes from there, and it comes fresh in special refrigerated containers, so no freezing. Come for the best Argentinian meat dishes prepared on an open charcoal fire served rare, medium or well done with French fries or a baked potato and salad bar, and there are mouthwatering choices of sirloin, tenderloin and ribeye as well as combos with sauces of your choices. Parrilla Grande also offer a complete meat assortment served on your own table grill, there are spare ribs too and they have a children's menu, plus the serve wines, coffee, cocktails and siblime desserts for the perfect ending to a wonderful meal, come to meat lovers heaven done the Argentinian way with pure Black Angus Argentianian steaks.READ MORE