Den Oever welcomes first Blue Food Market boosting local seafood and regional products
Residents of Hollands Kroon can now enjoy fresh fish, vegetables, and regional products at the newly opened Blue Food Market in Den Oever. This initiative supports local fishermen and aims to revitalize the port area with sustainable food innovations.
| Key Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Den Oever, municipality of Hollands Kroon, Noord-Holland |
| Opening Date | March 26, 2026 |
| Market Hours | Thursday (1:00 PM – 5:00 PM), Friday (1:00 PM – 5:00 PM), Saturday (9:00 AM – 1:00 PM) |
| Products Available | Fresh fish, shellfish, crustaceans, vegetables, fruit, regional products |
| Inaugurated by | Wouter Klootwijk, writer and television presenter |
| Broader Initiative | Blue Food Centre Wieringen |
| Municipal Representative | Alderman Robert Leever |
The municipality of Hollands Kroon plays a key role in supporting local fisheries and economic development in the region. By investing in initiatives like the Blue Food Centre Wieringen, it aims to foster innovation and sustainability in the fishing sector while strengthening the regional economy.
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Blue Food Market Opens in Den Oever
With the first Blue Food Market, a new phase began for the port of Den Oever on Thursday, March 26, 2026. Residents, entrepreneurs, and other interested parties gathered in the market hall for the opening of the fresh market, where fish, vegetables, fruit, and regional products were available. Alderman Robert Leever was present on behalf of the municipality of Hollands Kroon.
Inauguration
The inauguration of the market was conducted by writer and television presenter Wouter Klootwijk, known from among others *Keuringsdienst van Waarde*, *Klootwijk aan Zee*, and *De Wilde Keuken*. With his characteristic style, he set the tone for the first market, which revolves around locally sourced products and the power of food from the sea.
Development of BFCW
The market hall is the first visible step within the broader development of the Blue Food Centre Wieringen. This initiative aims to give the port a new boost and provide space for innovation in the fishing sector.
Fisheries as an Economic Pillar
Fisheries have played an important role in Hollands Kroon for generations. The municipality is committed to a future-proof sector and wants to support fishermen and businesses in innovation, collaboration, and strengthening the regional economy. The plans for the Blue Food Centre Wieringen are directly aligned with this.
The Blue Food Market Hall is now open every:
- Thursday afternoon (1:00 PM – 5:00 PM);
- Friday afternoon (1:00 PM – 5:00 PM);
- Saturday morning (9:00 AM – 1:00 PM).
The public is welcome on these days to purchase fresh fish, shellfish, crustaceans, vegetables, fruit, and regional products.
More information about the Blue Food Centre can be found on the page: Blue Food Centre Wieringen.
Links
- www.hollandskroon.nl/bfcw, opens in new tab
- www.bluefoodwieringen.nl, opens in new tab