Zee Aquarium Bergen aan Zee, Marine aquarium in Bergen aan Zee, Netherlands
Zee Aquarium Bergen aan Zee is a marine aquarium housing more than 100 fish species drawn from different waters, including inhabitants from the Amazon and the Atlantic. The tanks display habitats ranging from tropical environments to Atlantic waters.
The facility was founded in 1956 and grew into an educational center for marine biology in northern Netherlands. Over the decades it expanded and adapted to serve more visitors and spread knowledge about sea life.
The facility tells the story of how Dutch coastal communities have depended on the sea through displays that invite visitors to explore and learn. The space reflects this deep connection between local life and marine environments in an accessible way.
The visit works best when you allow time to explore the displays and engage with interactive areas at your own pace. Coming early in the day helps avoid crowds and lets you follow the tanks without feeling rushed.
Two seals named Selma and Tjark live in a dedicated outdoor pool designed to mimic natural sand dune environments. These residents offer visitors a glimpse of how marine mammals exist in their surroundings.
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