Tugboat days Vianen
Location
THE outing for Ascension weekend 2027
Looking for a fun outing for the Ascension weekend? Visit the National Tugboat Days! Come to historic Vianen and enjoy this unique nautical event. There is plenty to do for young and old alike.
200 historic motor tugs
Once every two years, Vianen is the temporary home of over 200 historic motor tugs from the VDMS fleet. During the Ascension weekend, the boats provide a fascinating and colourful spectacle in Vianen. During various demonstrations, the skippers show what they are capable of with their tugs. They entertain and impress both young and old with tests of strength and agility. Some monumental tugboats are open to the public.
History, music, fairs, art and culture
During the National Tugboat...
THE outing for Ascension weekend 2027
Looking for a fun outing for the Ascension weekend? Visit the National Tugboat Days! Come to historic Vianen and enjoy this unique nautical event. There is plenty to do for young and old alike.
200 historic motor tugs
Once every two years, Vianen is the temporary home of over 200 historic motor tugs from the VDMS fleet. During the Ascension weekend, the boats provide a fascinating and colourful spectacle in Vianen. During various demonstrations, the skippers show what they are capable of with their tugs. They entertain and impress both young and old with tests of strength and agility. Some monumental tugboats are open to the public.
History, music, fairs, art and culture
During the National Tugboat Days, Vianen is party time and there is plenty to see and do in and around the historic centre. For example, stroll along the stalls at the fair or over the art market, listen to various performances, have a drink on a terrace and dance in the marquee in the evening.
When
- Daily from 6 May 2027 to 8 May 2027