Why Den Helder Boot Verhuur · Castricum
Boat rental in Castricum — sloop without a licence from €159 per day
Looking to rent a boat in Castricum? Den Helder Boot Verhuur is based at the Doggersvaart in Den Helder, just 55 km (about 50 minutes by car) from Castricum. Our sloops are fully insured, no boat licence is required, and you get a short on-water briefing before you leave. Book online, pay cash on the dock.
No licence required
Short briefing before you leave. Anyone 18+ can sail.
Near accommodations
Perfect for guests of nearby campsites and hotels — Camping Bakkum.
Staying nearby?
Many guests book from campsites and hotels around Castricum. These accommodations are a short drive from our dock:
- Camping Bakkum→ 50 min
- Stayokay Egmond→ 50 min
- Hotel Borst→ 50 min
- Strandhotel Zoomers Castricum→ 50 min
Route from your stay
From Castricum it takes about 50 minutes by car to reach our dock at the Doggersvaart in Den Helder. Parking is free, you can board straight away and you'll be on the calm inland waterways around Den Helder and Julianadorp within ten minutes.
Google Maps · Castricum → DoggersvaartFrequently asked questions
How far is Den Helder Boot Verhuur from Castricum?
Our dock is at the Doggersvaart in Den Helder. From Castricum you'll reach us in 10 to 50 minutes by car, depending on where you stay.
Do I need a boat licence to leave from Castricum?
No. Our sloops sail under 15 km/h and have less than 15 hp — no licence is required. Anyone from 18 years old can sail after the short briefing.
Is the boat insured during the rental?
Yes, every sloop is fully insured for the whole rental period. You pay a small deposit that is refunded on return.