The story of museumcity Elburg

Don't be misled by the modest size of the Elburg fortress (250x350 meters). You actually feel like you are in a museum as soon as you enter the fortress and then your museum tour has to begin. There is a surprising amount to discover about the history of this Hanseatic city. Not only fishing, but also other old crafts and Jewish history are central to Elburg's museums. But that's not all! How about the three military museums in 't Harde! The military history of the Netherlands is presented in a striking way here. Including the new Intelligence Museum.

The three military museums can be visited on the grounds of the Army site. At a beautiful location in the forest, the museums are divided over a number of pavilions that show the history of the Dutch army. The pavilions are special national monuments, built at the end of the 19th century, located in a park in English landscape style on the 60-meter high 'Knobbel'. Here you have a beautiful view over the heathland landscape of the North Veluwe, which is still used as a training ground for the army. Children are also welcome, they can go on a treasure hunt and, dressed in military uniform and with face paint, start their interactive exploration of special objects such as aircraft and armored vehicles.

Dutch Artillery Museum
The collection provides a striking picture of the history of artillerymen from Roman times to the current deployment of soldiers abroad.
Yellow Rider Corps Museum
This museum is dedicated to the history of the Yellow Riders. These mounted artillerymen, with their yellow-trimmed uniforms, all ride on bay horses. There are historical documents, old small arms and uniforms on display. The rich collection of paintings is unique.
Intelligence Museum
SSSSSSTTTT…..don't tell anyone! But here you dive into the mysterious world of espionage. Shadowy spies, encryption machines, listening devices and Cold War mysteries. Everything comes together in the 'secret' museum in the Netherlands.

IMPORTANT

Because the museums are located on an army site where work is still taking place, you cannot simply enter the site. Always take your ID with you and look at www.bezoek-elburg.nl for opening hours and/or reservations