An award-winning 12-minute 360° film that spectacularly brings the history of Zandvoort to life – from fishermen and Empress Sissi to war, tourism, and motorsport.
Experience the history of Zandvoort as if you were there yourself. In this unique 360-degree film, you literally step into the past and are surrounded by images, sounds, and stories that bring the soul of Zandvoort to life.
The journey begins at the fishing village of centuries ago. You feel the wind across the beach and see the boats being launched from the sand. The voices of fishermen and their families sound as if they are still present. Next, you are transported to the 19th century, when Zandvoort transformed into a fashionable seaside resort. Images of bathing carriages, ladies with parasols, and gentlemen in summer suits fill the space, while the sea continues to roll its waves unabated.
The film also does not leave the dark chapters unexposed. During the Second World War, Zandvoort was heavily affected: houses disappeared, the boulevard was demolished, and residents had to make way for the Atlantic Wall. Through the 360° projection, you experience the threat and emptiness of that period almost physically.
After the war comes the reconstruction. The seaside resort picks itself up again and develops into a place where relaxation, sport, and culture come together. You see the circuit rise, hear the roar of the engines, but also the laughter of holidaymakers rediscovering their freedom in the dunes and by the sea.
The film ends in the present – a vibrant Zandvoort that proudly builds on its rich history. It is an experience that not only informs but also moves you: you experience Zandvoort with all your senses and become part of the story.