Het Nederlands Vestingmuseum
With six bastions, the fortress in Naarden is a mighty building. It took almost two centuries to design and build it for a reason. Today, the fortress can still be admired and is home to the Dutch Fortress Museum.
Het Nederlands Vestingmuseum
How to visit the Naarden Fortress Museum with your City Card
It is not necessary to reserve a time slot to visit this location with your City Card. Make sure your City Card is valid at the time of your visit
The Naarder Fortress and the Fortress Museum
The Dutch Vesting Museum has been in existence since 1955. View the exhibitions here and listen to the stories about the history of Naarden, the Dutch Water Lines and the artillery. Don't forget the grounds around the fortress with its beautiful view, the green ramparts and the underground passages. Many events take place in and around the fortress, such as archery or fencing demonstrations, book markets and private parties.
In winter , the museum closes at sunset.