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Openluchtmuseum De Spitkeet illustrates on a site of more than four hectares how people lived on the Frisian and Groningen heath in the period from 1850 to 1950. In that period people were very poor and life was difficult. The museum displays various types of properties and conditions of that time. In addition, various activities are organized and walking and cycling routes are offered.

NLThemapark De Spitkeet
ENOpen-air museum De Spitkeet

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Openluchtmuseum De Spitkeet
De Dunen 3
9281 KT Harkema

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Opening hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday
10:00 – 17:00
Wednesday
10:00 – 17:00
Thursday
10:00 – 17:00
Friday
10:00 – 17:00
Saturday
10:00 – 17:00
Sunday
13:00 – 17:00

Admission

0 – 3Free
4 – 12€3.00
13+€7.00
MuseumkaartValid
Donors 20+Free

Facilities

Wheelchair accessible
Museum shop
Parking
Coffee
Restaurant
Child-friendly

Location & Map

De Dunen 3, Harkema

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Exhibitions

Openluchtmuseum De Spitkeet Reviews

Openluchtmuseum De Spitkeet has 1 rating.

  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    Openluchtmuseum De Spitkeet in Harkema offers visitors a glimpse into the rural life of the past in the Netherlands. The museum features reconstructed dwellings and buildings that showcase the living conditions of the poor peat cutters from the 19th and early 20th centuries. Visitors appreciate the well-maintained grounds and the authentic representation of historical poverty. The guided tours, often led by knowledgeable volunteers, provide insightful information about the harsh realities of life during that era. Many find the experience educational and eye-opening, especially in understanding the region's social history. The museum also includes a small cafe where visitors can relax after their tour. However, some visitors note that the site is relatively small and can be fully explored in a couple of hours. Additionally, not all information is available in English, which can be a drawback for international tourists. Despite these minor issues, most visitors find the museum to be a worthwhile stop for those interested in Dutch rural history and social conditions of the past.

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    Annemieke • 11 Jun 2025

    Vandaag was het open dag! Superleuk Museum in Harkema Achtkarspelen. Leuk voor de kinderen leerzaam voor de oudere kinderen en een trip down memory lane voor de wat ouderen onder ons. Het museum is goed te bereiken, schoon en netjes en het is aan te raden om met een gids over het park te gaan. Onze gids kon heel mooi vertellen. De wat oudere kinderen hebben een escaperoute gedaan Superleuk! De horeca was prima. Netjes en niet duur!

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    Visited on 10 May 2025

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