Discover the Batavia: A Journey Through Dutch Maritime History
Explore the Batavia, a stunning reconstruction of a Dutch East India Company ship, and immerse yourself in the rich maritime history of the Netherlands.
Step aboard the Batavia and experience the grandeur of the Dutch East India Company’s ship, a remarkable historical landmark in Lelystad. This stunning reconstruction offers visitors a chance to delve into maritime history and the stories of seafarers from the Golden Age of the Netherlands.
A brief summary to Batavia - Ship of Dutch East India Company
- Oostvaardersdiep, Lelystad, 8242 PN, NL
- +31320261409
- Visit website
- Tuesday 11 am-5 pm
- Wednesday 11 am-5 pm
- Thursday 11 am-5 pm
- Friday 11 am-5 pm
- Saturday 11 am-5 pm
- Sunday 11 am-5 pm
Local tips
- Plan your visit during weekdays for a quieter experience.
- Check the website for special events or guided tours.
- Wear comfortable shoes as you will be exploring multiple levels of the ship.
- Bring a camera to capture the stunning architecture and views.
Getting There
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Train
From Amsterdam Central Station, take the Intercity train towards Lelystad. The journey takes approximately 40 minutes. Once you arrive at Lelystad Centrum Station, exit the station and locate the bus stop just outside. You will need to take bus line 6 towards Bataviastad. The bus ride will take about 15 minutes. Get off at the Batavia Haven stop, and from there you can walk to the Batavia - Ship of Dutch East India Company, which is located at Oostvaardersdiep, 8242 PN Lelystad.
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Bus
If you prefer to start from Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station, take bus line 69 towards Lelystad. This bus will take you directly to Lelystad, where you will then need to transfer to bus line 6 towards Bataviastad. After about 15 minutes on bus line 6, disembark at the Batavia Haven stop and walk to the Batavia - Ship of Dutch East India Company.
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Bicycle
For the more adventurous, you can rent a bicycle in Amsterdam and ride to Lelystad. The journey is approximately 50 kilometers and would take around 2-3 hours depending on your pace. Follow the cycling paths towards Almere, and then head towards Lelystad. Once you arrive in Lelystad, navigate towards Oostvaardersdiep, where the Batavia - Ship of Dutch East India Company is located.
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