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Explore maritime history and pirate adventures at the former Het Arsenaal in Vlissingen, a unique attraction for all ages.

Though closed since 2021 and slated to become a hotel, Het Arsenaal was a popular maritime-themed attraction in Vlissingen, Netherlands. It offered a blend of pirate adventures and marine life exhibits, including a sea aquarium with sharks and a lookout tower with panoramic views.

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Address: Arsenaalplein 7, 4381 BL Vlissingen
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Walking

From Vlissingen city center, Het Arsenaal was easily accessible on foot. Orients yourself toward the waterfront and follow the signs for Arsenaalplein. The walk is generally flat and takes approximately 10-15 minutes from the city's main shopping areas.

Public Transport

Several bus lines connect Vlissingen train station to the Arsenaalplein area. Check the local transit website (9292.nl) for the most up-to-date schedules and routes. From the Scheldeplein bus stop, it's a short walk through the city center to Het Arsenaal.

Parking

If driving, parking is available at the Arsenaal parking lot on Koningsweg. The first 3 hours are typically free, after which there is a fee of €2.00 per hour. Be sure to get a ticket from the machine. Alternative parking is available at Parkeergarage De Fonteyne on Spuistraat.

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Het Arsenaal, located in Vlissingen, was a maritime attraction that offered a unique blend of entertainment and education. Housed in a historic building that once served as an artillery warehouse, it drew visitors with its pirate-themed adventures and diverse marine life exhibits.The original Arsenaal was built in 1823 on the foundations of a military hospital planned by Napoleon Bonaparte. The Dutch armed forces later repurposed the site as an artillery warehouse. In 1980, the Ministry of Defense handed the building over to the city of Vlissingen, with the aim of boosting tourism.Het Arsenaal featured a pirate park, a sea aquarium with sharks and rays, and a 65-meter-high lookout tower offering views of Vlissingen and the Westerschelde. Other attractions included a pirate show and a ship simulator.

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