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Museum 't Behouden Huys is dedicated to the history, marine history and culture of Terschelling. The museum illustrates the history of the island and its former inhabitants, with special focus on explorer Willem Barentsz. In 1596 he got stuck in the ice near Nova Zembla, after which he got through the winter with his crew in the cabin named ‘t Behouden Huys‘. The museum has a replica of the cabin.

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Museum 't Behouden Huys
Commandeurstraat 30

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Visitor information Museum 't Behouden Huys

Opening hours

November to March

Wednesday
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Saturday and Sunday
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Christmas holidays:
Monday to Friday
11:00 - 17:00
Saturday and Sunday
13:00 - 17:00

except:
Christmas Day: Closed
Boxing Day: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
New Year's Eve: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
New Year's Day: Closed

April, May and June
Monday to Friday
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Saturday and Sunday
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

July and August (and school holidays)
Monday to Friday
11:00 - 17:00
Saturday and Sunday
13:00 - 17:00

September and October (except school holidays)
Monday to Friday
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Saturday and Sunday
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Admission

4 – 18€3.00
19+€8.00

Facilities

Wheelchair accessible
Museum shop
Child-friendly
Audio tour

Location & Map

Commandeurstraat 30, West-Terschelling

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Exhibitions

No exhibitions in Museum 't Behouden Huys have been found.

Museum 't Behouden Huys Reviews

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  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    Museum 't Behouden Huys in West-Terschelling offers visitors a glimpse into the maritime history of Terschelling island. The museum is housed in a historic building and focuses on the story of Willem Barentsz's expedition to find a northern sea route to Asia in 1596. Exhibits include artifacts recovered from the expedition's winter quarters on Nova Zembla, as well as information about local history and the island's relationship with the sea. Visitors appreciate the well-presented displays and the opportunity to learn about this important historical event. However, some note that the museum is relatively small and can be explored in a short time. The staff is generally described as friendly and knowledgeable. While the museum provides an interesting look at a specific aspect of Dutch maritime history, it may not appeal to those seeking a broader or more interactive museum experience.

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    Riet • 13 Sept 2025

    De gebouwen zijn prachtig, de ontvangst warm, de tentoongestelde voorwerpen relevant, de verhalen boeiend en de technische uitwerking fraai. Kortom: een aangename verrassing op dit eiland.

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    Visited on 13 Sept 2025

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