Pumping station De Hooge Boezem - Haastrecht
Pumping Station De Hooge Boezem behind Haastrecht, as this museum pumping station is officially called, introduces you to an upside-down world. In fact, most houses in the western Netherlands are lower than the rivers. But that has not always been the case. Why is that, what problems did it cause, what solutions were devised and how do we make sure the water stays at bay? Find out through films, maps, machines and models.
Pumping station De Hooge Boezem
Hoogstraat 31
2851 BB
Haastrecht
Contact details
T: +31 6-13749168
E: info@gemaalhaastrecht.nl
W: http://www.gemaalhaastrecht.nl/
| Opening hours | |
|---|---|
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 13:00 - 16:00 |
| Wednesday | 13:00 - 16:00 |
| Thursday | 13:00 - 16:00 |
| Friday | 13:00 - 16:00 |
| Saturday | 13:00 - 16:00 |
| Sunday | 13:00 - 16:00 |
Open from April to October. Open all year round for groups by appointment.
