This library sits inside a former naval workshop and is one of those places that feels better than expected for its location. It was named Best Library of the Netherlands in 2018, mainly for how it works as a public space rather than just for its design. Not necessarily a reason to go to Den Helder, but if you are heading to Texel anyway, it is worth a short stop. The atmosphere is calm, open, and very usable as a third place. It also sits right next to Willemsoord, a former naval base that has been turned into a cultural and leisure area. Together, they show how the city is trying to reuse i…