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An unforgettable day A visit to the Dolfinarium is an unforgettable day out for the whole family. Because how often do you get the chance to meet dolphins, take a close look at sea lions and touch sharks? Use all of your senses You can easily spend an entire day at Europe's largest marine mammal park. Take a stroll from the Dolfijnendelta (Dolphin Delta) ā€“ where newborn dolphins swim ā€“ to the Zeehondenzand (Seal Sand) where common seals live together with grey seals. Listen to the rowdy sea lions and see with your own eyes how enormous walruses are. At the Roggenrif (Ray Reef) you get to meet some smaller inhabitants of the North Sea. Sea bass, rainbow trout and anemones, for example. You can observe them closely and learn all about these interesting creatures. You can even touch the sharks and the rays. Eye to eye Of course you get to take a close look at our marine mammals. There are eleven unique shows in which the dolphins, sea lions and walruses show you their best moves. Be amazed and moved by their extraordinary appearance! Animal welfare first The Dolfinarium has been around for nearly fifty years. Over the years we have done a lot of research and made a significant contribution to the protection of the animals in the wild. Animal welfare has always been and will always be our top priority in our research. We take care of our marine animals with a lot of love, passion and respect. And it shows: the animals in Harderwijk grow (a lot) older than their congeners in the wild and every year many babies are born in our park. As the main sponsor of Stichting SOS Dolfijn we are proud that we are able to help increase the well-being of the animals.
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  • john F
    Birmingham, UK274 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Had found details about this gallery on the web prior to our visit to Harderwijk, and boy am I so glad that we visited. The range of artwork on display was wide and covered a range of subjects, but all were painted with skill and hilarity. One of the paintings was a representaion of a family of birds but the "actors" were pears. All the paintings had a funny theme and made you spend time appreciating not only the talent of Marious van Dokkum but also his fantastic sense of humour. This is a "not to miss" gallery.
    Written 4 October 2019
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  • GuppeC
    Hulshout, Belgium654 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    It is not an amusement parc, so if that is what your are coming for, you are in the wrong place. It is about the animals, get some extra knowledge and enjoy the beauty of seeing these animals at close distance. You get some explanation about the animals and yes you need to listen to some talks about the protection of the earth, reduce plastics etc. But than again, if that is what it takes to see those animals, it is not wrong at all.
    Written 23 August 2023
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  • soljake
    dumfries and galloway34 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Interesting museum, not too expensive for entree. People were pleasant. Not to large so well able to not get bored. Nice little garden at the back.
    Written 25 May 2017
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  • WorldTravelOne
    Amsterdam, The Netherlands8,643 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    The city of Harderwijk did a great job in restoring city walls and city gates to its old glory. It adds character.
    Written 3 August 2019
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  • IslandzGirl
    Gainesville, FL1,129 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Really enjoyed the 2 hour 2pm tour by the Tourist Office for only 5 euros! Thanks Deiter for offering the tour in English also! Learned about the history, university and economics of this town since 1221. Amazing that parts of the city wall, completed in 1251, are still standing. The restoration the the calf leather painted panels in the old city hall (now tourist office) is amazing!!
    Written 29 May 2023
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  • Ardhanareeshvara
    Pune, India915 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Almost a 100 years old but painstakingly restored and repaired to make it seaworthy is the ā€˜ā€™botterā€
    or old fishing boat.
    While it is no longer used for fishing it has been harnessed to provide a sailing outing to tourists in the Harderwijk lake. With a skipper and two sailors (who are volunteers) and seating about 15 people squeezed together along the bows one has to
    constantly aware of the swinging of the boom to avoid being brained. It is nonetheless a exhilarating water ride on a sunny summerā€™s day.
    Written 1 August 2019
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  • Robert O
    Rotterdam, The Netherlands3,933 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    This building in the center of Harderwijk dates from the 1830s, a time when the glorydays of the city were definitely over. The past in the form of three historic buildings has been buried behind an imposing neoclassicist facade typical for many 19th century public institutions. While looking at it, you get the impression the architecture serves to underscore the importance of the local elite. Not exactly gracious or open-minded.
    Written 10 June 2021
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  • Robert O
    Rotterdam, The Netherlands3,933 contributions
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    Stadshaven or City harbour is northeast of the historical Vischpoort in Harderwijk, roughly between Vischpoortbridge and Dolfinariumbridge. Facilities such as toilets are at the north side of the basin. Don't expect a magnificent historic setting as the quays are in newly developed areas. Perhaps to dock at the nearby Strandhaven is more convenient as you do not have to pass bridges. To stay here overnight (1 night) is not a problem.
    Written 10 June 2021
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