Het Keringhuis explains the Maeslantkering step by step
An exhibition, the Watervertelplein and a scheduled guided tour (instaprondleiding) show how the Maeslantkering (Maeslant storm surge barrier) holds back high water and what choices water management involves.
The Watervertelplein works through scenarios
Choose one high-water situation and follow which measurement, decision and technical response is explained. Distinguish between the model and the actual barrier.
Outside to the barrier
During a guided tour, scale and location become tangible. Look at the arms, gates and shipping channel, and follow the guide’s safety route.
Climate alongside technology
The presentation links protection to changing conditions.
Before you go
Open Monday–Friday 10.00–16.00 and Saturday, Sunday and public holidays 11.00–17.00. Scheduled guided tours (instaprondleidingen) must be booked. The restaurant has its own season and schedule. Sources differ on closure on Boxing Day; check 25, 26 and 31 December and 1 January.