Other activities in Medemblik

The museum is located in the former steam pumping station De Vier Noorder Koggen at Oosterdijk 4 in Medemblik. It is the place to discover what water and fire can do.

In the historic centre of Medemblik, you will find the bakery museum. The smell of freshly baked biscuits lets you experience the atmosphere of the past. The bakers demonstrate every aspect of their craft.

Flour mill De Herder is located on Westerdijk in Medemblik. Would you like to learn how the flour mill works and about its old technology? You can do so in this mill. The Poorthuisje has stood next to the mill since 1500. You can enjoy a delicious cup of coffee here.

Kasteel Radboud is on the east side of Medemblik harbour and dates from 1288. It is one of the many castles built by order of Floris V. It was built to control the Frisians and to keep the conquered West Frisians under control. There are regularly changing exhibitions and events.

The former town hall of Medemblik has a permanent exhibition organised by the local historical society. There are four rooms, each with its own subject, such as De omringdijk, Vier Noorder Kogge and Maritiem Medemblik in the Golden Age. The building itself was built in 1939 and designed by architect A.J. Kropholler.

Beer was already brewed in Medemblik in the 13th century. Beer is now brewed again at the same location where Bierbrouwerij Het Anker was based in 1501. This beer is called Het Radboud beer. You can taste the freshly brewed beer at the brewery at Gedempt Achterom 4, Medemblik.

The steam tram runs between Hoorn and Medemblik on the railway line dating from 1887. It travels through the Westfriese countryside and passes picturesque villages. The line is unique, with many old station buildings and bridges. There is also plenty to see and do at the museum site in Hoorn. So put the coal on the fire and off you go.