Het Arsenaal, Vlissingen

Het Arsenaal was a three-story building in Vlissingen that housed maritime exhibitions, a pirate-themed park, and an aquarium featuring sharks and rays. The complex displayed various aspects of seafaring life and the town's historical connection to the water.

The building was constructed in 1823 on foundations left behind by French occupiers during Napoleon's era. It originally served as an artillery warehouse for Dutch military forces before later being transformed into a museum.

The museum complex integrated regional maritime traditions through interactive exhibitions about sea rescue operations and the North Sea Port activities.

The location closed in October 2021 and was being transformed into a boutique hotel while preserving the building's historical character. Visitors should check current access before planning a visit, as the site is no longer operating as a museum.

The collection was known for unusual exhibits such as the Drinking Ships and Dancing Cannibals displays, which are now housed at Duinen Zathe in Appelscha. These quirky exhibitions made the museum stand out distinctly from other maritime museums.

Location: Vlissingen

Address: Arsenaalplein 1

GPS coordinates: 51.44083,3.57694

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:01