Discover the best museums in Spaarndam and find out about the things to see and to do, exhibitions, opening hours, prices and discounts in the list of museums in Spaarndam, or apply filters and navigate through the map.
Spaarndam is a historic Dutch village located in the province of North Holland, situated where the River Spaarne meets the IJ. The village, which is now part of the municipality of Haarlemmermeer, was founded in the 13th century and played a crucial role in water management of the region. Originally established as a dam settlement, it helped protect the surrounding land from floods and regulated water levels in the Haarlemmermeer area.
The village is known for its connection to the famous Dutch folk tale of Hans Brinker, or the Hero of Haarlem, about a boy who saved his country by putting his finger in a dike to prevent a flood. A statue commemorating this story stands in the village, although the tale itself was actually created by American author Mary Mapes Dodge in 1865.
Spaarndam maintains its characteristic Dutch village atmosphere with historic architecture, including traditional houses and the Oude Kerk (Old Church). The village's maritime heritage is evident in its harbor and locks, which continue to play a role in local water management. The surrounding area features typical Dutch polder landscapes, making it a representative example of traditional Dutch water engineering and rural life.
This overview contains all museums in and around Spaarndam. Curious about which museums there are in Spaarndam? These are the museums:
This is a selection of exhibitions in and around Spaarndam. Both current temporary as well as permanent exhibitions are listed. Visit the page of a museum to find out more about their activities and exhibitions. Want to know what is on display in Spaarndam? The following exhibitions are on display:
Find discounts and discount cards & passes that are valid at museums in and around Spaarndam in the overview below and discover activities and things to see and do with a discount. Interested in getting a discount in Spaarndam? These are all discounts and discount passes valid in Spaarndam:
