Dutch Coast

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the best things to see and do on the Dutch coast?

  If you like sportive activities, there is plenty to do along the coast of the Netherlands. There are wonderful hiking and cycling routes through stunning dune regions. On the beach, you can play with the wind with a kite or power kite. Want things to be even more exciting? Race on the wind along the beach in a blowkart or kite buggy. There is also plenty to see and do in the sea. Popular activities include stand up paddle boarding, surfing, and kite surfing.

• What are the best seaside towns in the Netherlands?

  There are popular seaside towns along the Dutch coast. From Zeeland up to the Wadden islands, there is a wide range of towns and villages by the sea. These are popular seaside towns in Zeeland:
  Renesse
  Domburg
  Cadzand
  Oostkapelle
  Vlissingen
  
  These are popular seaside towns in South Holland:
  Scheveningen
  Noordwijk
  Katwijk
  Kijkduin
  Wassenaar
  
  These are popular seaside towns in North Holland:
  Bloemendaal aan Zee
  Zandvoort
  Egmond aan Zee
  Bergen aan Zee
  Petten

• Which cities and villages in the Netherlands are on the coast?

  There are many seaside towns and villages on the coast and near the beach in the Netherlands. In Zeeland, these include:
  - Breskens
  - Cadzand-Bad
  - Domburg
  - Nieuwvliet-Bad
  - Oostkapelle
  - Renesse
  - Vlissingen
  - Vrouwenpolder
  - Westkapelle
  - Zoutelande
  
  Seaside towns in South Holland that are directly off the beach include:
  - Hoek van Holland
  - Katwijk
  - Kijkduin
  - Noordwijk
  - Rockanje
  - Scheveningen
  - Wassenaar
  
  Seaside towns in North Holland that are directly off the beach include:
  - Bergen aan Zee
  - Bloemendaal aan Zee
  - Callantsoog
  - Den Helder
  - Egmond aan Zee
  - Groote Keeten
  - IJmuiden aan Zee
  - Julianadorp
  - Petten
  - Zandvoort

• What are the best beaches in the Netherlands?

  The Dutch coastline is over 450 kilometers long and there are beautiful beaches everywhere. So what are the best beaches in the Netherlands? Holland.com recommends the following coastal destinations: Scheveningen: One of the most popular seaside towns with its long beach, iconic pier, attractive boulevard, and lovely lighthouse. Noordwijk: Boasts a stunning 13-kilometer beach with ample sportive options for water sports and horseback riding enthusiasts. Zandvoort: Has wide sandy beaches at just 24 km from Amsterdam. Dogs are welcome. Wadden Islands: Whether you seek endless wide beaches, unique dune landscapes, or a quiet family beach, you will find it on one of the Wadden Islands. Egmond aan Zee: Has one of the most beautiful beaches in the Netherlands, popular among families, and a must for everyone who loves a quiet day at the beach.

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• Is spending the night on a beach allowed?

  Sleeping on the beach in the Netherlands is prohibited. There are several accommodations on or near a beach where you can stay overnight.