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Visitors arrive not only by bus or by car, but also by boat.
         
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After a short walk across the quay and along the keel, a visit to the restaurant is in order.
The restaurant was recently renewed and provided with new colors and decorations.
One of the stairs has a stairlift. The bay window offers a fantastic view on the river Maas.
         
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From the restaurant a guided tour brings the visitors to all specialized shops on the yard.
T the picture on the right shows the elevated model building island with the 1 : 10 scale model of 'De Delft'.
         
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In June the work on the sternpost has begun. These pictures give an impression of the sheer size of it. With great craftsmanship the oak log is made to exact measurements with a chain saw.
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photography: Pieter Niessink
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Stichting Historisch Schip 'De Delft'