This boat will be auctioned! Starting bid: EUR 50.000 See our website for all auction information. Tjalk Koopmans Welvaren is a beautifully preserved Dutch classic, built in 1905 with documented ownership tracing back to her original launch. Her interior was completely rebuilt in 1992 to a design by renowned yacht designer André Hoek, combining timeless character with practical comfort. She offers 4 cabins, 1 bathroom, 2 toilets, and updated electrical systems. This Tjalk Koopmans Welvaren is being auctioned online, bidding is only possible through Bright Auctions. All auction information... read more

Tjalk Dutch Barge – "Roelof Jan" Charming Historic Liveaboard / Cruiser "Roelof Jan" is an approx 120-year-old traditional Tjalk Dutch Barge that perfectly blends historic character with a bright and comfortable interior. Ready to move aboard or take cruising, she benefits from significant upgrades in the 12 years I have been part of her story. Type: Tjalk Dutch Barge 38ft x 8ft6 Headroom: 6ft 9 at stern end (galley) sloping down to 5 ft 9 at bow end. Location: Woodford Northamptonshire. Valid boat safety cert. Last blacked July 2026 Mechanical &am... read more

A beautiful Tjalk offering a pleasant residence on the water. The wooden superstructure gives it a lot of charm. Her size of less than 15m ensures easy parking in the harbours. The interior is bright and comfortable. The interior is bright and comfortable, with a beautiful wheelhouse with a bench seat and a great view of the water, a nice lounge, a kitchen, a bathroom and a cabin with two single beds.... read more

Pretty, wide beam, Tjalk built in the NL in 1903. Summer/holiday ship. - Dimensions : 14,80m x 4.05m WD 1,00m – Bridge clearance 2,50m. - Engine : Mercédes OM137 de 120cv. - Bow thruster : Bimex Techniek 9D24 (24v) + batteries - Hydraulic steering. - Water tank : 800 L - Diesel tank: 300 L - Waste water tank : 500L - Électric heating (radiators). - Hot water électric boiler : Quick 80RX nautic boiler - Isolation transformer - Inverter: VICTRON energie multiplus 1600w, 40AMps. - Inverter 2 : Powerverter Alfatronic 25VDC – 12VDC – 18Amps/1... read more

This beautiful 17.10 m sailing tjalk was built in 1916 by the Dutch yard Van der Werf. Originally a cargo vessel, she was converted for pleasure use in the 1960s. The hull was surveyed in February 2016; she is slipped every twelve to eighteen months, and the underwater hull was last painted in November 2025. The boat holds the French "Bateau d'Intérêt Patrimonial" heritage label, which exempts her from the annual French registration duty. She has kept her rig and all the equipment needed to sail. Several carved wooden pieces adorn the vessel. The cockpit is spaciou... read more

This 1911 Tjalk is a character-filled liveaboard barge measuring 19.60 metres long by 3.87 metres wide. Suited to year-round living or relaxed river cruising, it offers a bright, spacious and comfortable interior designed for everyday life. The boat features a panoramic wheelhouse with a bench seat. Inside, a generous saloon (convertible into an additional double berth), a fully equipped galley (gas stove, 220V fridge, freezer, extractor hood), a functional bathroom, and two cabins — one with a double bed, the other with two single beds. Plenty of storage is available throughout the ves... read more

This 19-metre Tjalk, built in 1910, stands out for its authenticity and generous proportions. It features a large terrace covered by a sun awning and a wheelhouse with two side doors. Inside, a spacious saloon with a fitted kitchen and two double cabins at the bow, each with a separate WC and shower. Plenty of storage space optimises the living area. Since 2011, this boat has undergone a complete professional refit: the interior layout has been rebuilt, all technical systems (engine, heating, bow thruster, generator) have been replaced, the networks entirely redone, the exterior paint renewed... read more

A magnificent 23-metre single-level tjalk, ideal as a primary residence on the water or for comfortable cruising. This boat impresses with its generous space, brightness and functional layout. The bright and airy interior offers a lovely living area comprising a cosy lounge and a fully equipped kitchen, providing a level of comfort comparable to that of a home. The large windows create a pleasant sense of space and well-being in everyday life. The boat has three cabins, offering plenty of accommodation for family or guests. A bathroom with shower and toilet completes the layout, ensuring a h... read more

Year: 1910 LOA: 19.91 m Beam: 4.2 m Draft: 1.1 m Construction Iron Hull Steel Superstructure Hull / Keel: Displacement HIN: ON 913232 Pt1 register Out of water Hull survey completed 23/06/2026, no remedial actions required. Details available. Hull Blacked 24/06/2026 . Engine(s) & Electrical: Ford Lehman 100hp diesel. Drive type: diesel to velvet drive. Fuel capacity: 600 litres. Fuel consumption: 3-4 litres per hour. 7kw Deutz diesel generator. Shore power. Victron 24v 3000 watt inverter with 70 amp charger. 1kw solar panels and controller. 500W Victron Galvanic transformer.... read more

Boatshed Hamble are pleased to present this 21 metre Dutch Tjalk barge for sale. This Tjalk barge offers year-round habitation with a residential mooring which can be transferred via separate negotiation. It comes equipped with a wood burning stove and diesel heating to ensure a comfortable temperature in all seasons. This vessel has been stripped out by the present owners and so really is a blank canvas for a new owner to build out. The present owner does have architect renders/designs for what he planned to do with her and can make these available. For further information or to a... read more

ex sailing Tjalk, built 1907. still fully cruising but with decommissioned rig. 2 sleeping cabins, saloon, galley, bathroom... read more

The Paviljoenschip "Drie Gebroeders", built in in 1898, has been fully refurbished over the last few years and is now sadly for sale due to the progression of ill health. She was found in good condition, but in need of some TLC, in the Netherlands in 2014, and after the necessary preparatory work, she was sailed to the UK in February 2015 and has been lived on full-time since then. Work undertaken has included complete electrical re-wiring and fitting of galvanic isolation, including the fitting of top quality marine gel batteries, regular diesel tank clean and installation of a new ... read more

A beautifully traditional Dutch Tjalk offering classic character, generous living space and full cruising capability within a secure residential setting. Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Het Wapen Van Arum, a charming and characterful Dutch Tjalk combining traditional craftsmanship with practical liveaboard accommodation and excellent potential for further modernisation if desired. Originally constructed in 1901, this impressive vessel retains many of the quirky and distinctive features that make classic Dutch barges so desirable, whilst also offering comfortable accommodation and t... read more

Length: 55' 1” Beam: 10' 5” Draft: 3' 05” Air draught: 6' 8” Engine: DAF 475 110 hp with alternator charging and standard silenced exhaust Drive type: Prop driven, rudder steering Fuel: Diesel Last surveyed: May 2023 Last out of water: 2024 Last serviced: 2025 Renovated: 2024 Stunning historic Dutch barge, Jonge Freerk, is looking for her next custodian. Built from riveted iron and steel in 1903 by two brothers in Sneek, Netherlands, she started life as a commercial sailing Skusje before being converted into a leisure boat in 1924 by r... read more

Alfa & Omega is a beautifully rebuilt Dutch steel barge, combining traditional character with a thoughtfully designed, fully refitted interior. - Overall length: 11.94m (39ft) - Beam: 2.54m - Draught: 1.04m She was extensively refitted in 2022 and has been exceptionally well maintained, with further major work including a complete engine removal and rebuild in February 2025. The result is a cosy, characterful and genuinely well-equipped boat, particularly suited to a single person or couple looking for something different from a conventional narrowboat. --- The boat --- - 39ft /... read more

2006 Tjalk 11 build and benefiting from an interior refit carried out over 2023/24. Equipped with a Daewoo L034H 70hp diesel engine, This spacious 37ft cruiser offers excellent outdoor living, featuring a generous aft deck with a helm position, wide and secure side decks, and the added convenience of forward helm controls. Stepping down the companionway, you’ll find a comfortable saloon with a freestanding sofa, creating a welcoming space to relax. Opposite is a well-appointed galley alongside a generous dinette, providing a practical and sociable layout. Forward of the salo... read more

SUBSTANTIALLY REDUCED – OFFERS OVER £180,000Boat Overview Truly exceptional Dutch Barge, Tjalk, at Poplar Marina, Canary Wharf, with a fully transferable, residential mooring. History and Refitting Built in Holland in 1915, Elsie May was originally used to transport potatoes along Dutch waterways and then converted into a houseboat. She was bought in December 2012 by her present owner, who then commissioned a complete refit and redesign costing almost £350,000. Her existing interior was completely removed so that her hull’s interior could be fully spray lined with closed-cell foam ... read more

Boatshed Essex are pleased to be presenting this delightful Dutch Barge, with a stunning residential mooring, lying in Suffolk. An opportunity not to be missed. This classic Dutch barge, was originally a sailing barge whose main cargo was potatoes from the fields around the canals and estuaries of Friesland, in the north-east of the Netherlands. She was converted to a houseboat in around 1975. The owners purchased the barge in Holland and lovingly restored and updated the interior to create a comfortable houseboat in an idyllic location. This lovely barge has a contemporary yet tradit... read more

Beautifully refurbished and ready to move straight into, Verandering is a stunning 60ft Dutch barge that seamlessly blends historic character with contemporary living. Originally built in 1921, she has undergone a comprehensive, high-quality refurbishment completed in January 2025 by The Boat Fit Co, creating a stylish and practical home on the water. Offering generous living space with flexible accommodation, Verandering is ideal as a permanent residence. Vessel Specifications Year Built: 1921 Vessel Type: Dutch Barge Accommodation: 2–3 bedrooms (the wheelhouse is currently configure... read more