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Woonbootmuseum: living inside a ship’s hull

The Woonbootmuseum in Amsterdam is on board the Hendrika Maria on the Prinsengracht. You see how a former cargo ship has been fitted out as living space.

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A different floor plan

A houseboat has different proportions from a house on the street. Notice the length of the space, the connection between rooms and the position of the windows. This makes the ship’s shape a concrete part of living.

The ship remains visible

Besides the domestic interior, you can see parts that refer to the former ship. In the bow, riveted steel plates are visible, and the rear space refers to a skipper’s quarters. Photos and models provide further background.

Going on board

Access is via steps. Ask in advance about the options if climbing stairs is difficult for you. You buy tickets on board; groups of more than ten people must register in advance. Longer opening hours apply in July and August.

Before you go

Bear the stairs in mind and register a group of more than ten in advance.

Sources

This first edition has been compiled from collected museum information. Not all of the information has yet been confirmed by the museum. Viewing tips are by the editorial team. The sources used are listed below.

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