Why Den Helder Boot Verhuur · Petten
Boat rental in Petten — sloop without a licence from €159 per day
Looking to rent a boat in Petten? Den Helder Boot Verhuur is based at the Doggersvaart in Den Helder, just 26 km (about 28 minutes by car) from Petten. 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 — Strandhotel Camperduin.
Staying nearby?
Many guests book from campsites and hotels around Petten. These accommodations are a short drive from our dock:
- Strandhotel Camperduin→ 28 min
- Camping Corfwater→ 28 min
- Hotel Petten aan Zee→ 28 min
- Bungalowpark Botgat→ 28 min
Route from your stay
From Petten it takes about 28 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 · Petten → DoggersvaartFrequently asked questions
How far is Den Helder Boot Verhuur from Petten?
Our dock is at the Doggersvaart in Den Helder. From Petten 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 Petten?
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.