Nederlands Watermuseum (Dutch Water Museum), Arnhem
The Dutch Water Museum is dedicated to educating visitors about all aspects of freshwater, including drinking water and sanitation. Situated in the picturesque Sonsbeek Park, the museum incorporates a historic water mill dating back to the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. The concept of a water museum quickly gained traction, and with the support of many contributors, the Dutch Water Museum was established. This interactive museum invites visitors to learn about water management and conservation through engaging, hands-on experiences.
Located near the city center of Arnhem, the museum offers a wide range of activities suitable for the entire family. Visitors can explore the intricacies of sluices, pumping stations, and sewers, conduct experiments in the water lab, and enjoy educational films in the water cinema. The museum's interactive approach ensures that learning about water is not just informative but also fun and engaging.
The centerpiece of the museum is the permanent exhibition, "Water World." This exhibition features over 50 interactive presentations that illustrate various aspects of water management. Visitors can discover how sluices and pumping stations help prevent floods, understand the composition of the human body in terms of water, and learn about the intricacies of the sewage system.
Located near the city center of Arnhem, the museum offers a wide range of activities suitable for the entire family. Visitors can explore the intricacies of sluices, pumping stations, and sewers, conduct experiments in the water lab, and enjoy educational films in the water cinema. The museum's interactive approach ensures that learning about water is not just informative but also fun and engaging.
The centerpiece of the museum is the permanent exhibition, "Water World." This exhibition features over 50 interactive presentations that illustrate various aspects of water management. Visitors can discover how sluices and pumping stations help prevent floods, understand the composition of the human body in terms of water, and learn about the intricacies of the sewage system.
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Sight Name: Nederlands Watermuseum (Dutch Water Museum)
Sight Location: Arnhem, Netherlands (See walking tours in Arnhem)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery
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Sight Location: Arnhem, Netherlands (See walking tours in Arnhem)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.0 Km or 1.9 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.0 Km or 1.9 Miles