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Utrecht · Water & scheepvaart

Museumwerf Vreeswijk shows both ships and work

On the Vaartse Rijn, the yard combines a visitor centre, historic vessels and a still-working repair and restoration site.

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Vreeswijk in two scale models

Models of the bargemen’s village around 1915 and today make change comparable. Find the bridge, quay or yard in both versions and note what disappeared or changed function.

Construction and propulsion inside

The exhibition centre covers ship types, tools and technical development. For one tool, record which craftsman used it and on which part of a ship.

Outside, the yard keeps working

Historic working vessels are maintained on the side slipway (dwarshelling). Respect work zones and ask which ships are museum pieces, operational heritage vessels or customer commissions.

Before you go

Friday is not a regular museum day; the monthly Schipperscafé is a separate event. Book guided tours at least two weeks in advance.

Sources

This information has been compiled from public sources. Not everything has been confirmed by the museum itself; please check opening hours and prices on the museum's website.

  1. Museumwerf Vreeswijk (museumwerf.nl)

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