Berkendonk

Berkendonk is a public recreation area at the eastside of Helmond, which is free of charge. The western part is used for beach- and water activities like sunbathing, swimming, surfing and sailing.

Recreational part

The recreational part is divided in two areas: an area for aquatics and an area for beach activities. Swimming is allowed within the lineage (the line that lies in the middle of the lake). The other parts is suitable for aquatics such as sailing and surfing. It's not allowed to swim here.

Sail- and surf beach

If you want to use the beach area for sailing and surfing, you need to be a member of the club/association. If you want to have access to the sail- and surf beach you can:

  • Become a member of one of the association 'Windsurfing Berkendonk' or 'Youth Sailing Association Berkendonk'. Then you receive a a key to the gate so you have access.
  • If you don't want to become a member, then you can purchase the key for the summer season. You must apply to the manager (Mr. F. Dirks) through the contact details below. In exchange for a deposit of € 100, - and signing of the individual allowance for use of the pool, you can have a key for the summer season of the year in question. Exemptions are granted only to persons and / or associations within the municipality of Helmond.

Parking

Parking is free of charge, but there is limited space. That's why we recommend to come to Berkendonk by bicycle, or by foot (especially when the weather is above 25 degrees).

Management, safety and rules

The management of Berkendonk is present throughout the year, but does the recreational activities in the months of May to September. The manager checks for safety, hygiene and statutory liability. In association with the managementteam, police and city guard, we try to make Berkendonk as safe as possible during busy days. That's why there are (safety) rules. You'll find 'the rules at the information signs at the recreation area. Supervision is available between May 1st. and September 1st. from 11.00 to 18.00.

Facilities

At Berkendonk the following facilities are available: toilet- and shower units, catering, horeca, playground equipment, first aid. 

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