7/2/2023 0 Comments Peaceful scenery with benches![]() ![]() Perfect for a weekend away! □ Image: Jana Vondráčková/Supplied If you’re looking for a place to walk along gorgeous dunes, go for a peaceful swim, watch the sunset, or even spot some wild horses, then this is it.Īt Hoek van Holland, you can even rent one of these charming “strandhuisjes” (little beach houses). The old fishing village and the local lighthouse are popular spots to visit, and the local beach is wonderfully quiet. Situated in the northwest of Noord Holland, Egmond aan Zee has one of the most beautiful beaches in the Netherlands. You can also rent a sunbed or a windscreen from one of the beach clubs dotted along this beautiful coastline. It’s a beautiful rustic spot, ideal for children with a playground to enjoy. Located just five kilometres down from Petten, Sint Maartenszee is easily reached by bike. Petten and Sint Maartenszee are the perfect pair if you fancy a double-beach day. Petten is also great for swimming and easily accessible by public transport or car (with free parking!) 6. READ MORE | 19 best day trips from Amsterdam: the ultimate travel guide If you’re planning a romantic evening at the beach, we can recommend Petten aan Zee.Īn hour away from Amsterdam, you’ll find that its panoramic dunes are the perfect spot to watch the sun go down - it even has benches ideally placed for sunset viewing. ![]() What a sight for sore eyes! Image: Fabimaru/Wikimedia/ CC BY-SA 4.0Īnd just like all the other good Dutch beaches, Bloemendaal aan Zee is lined with cafés serving delicious snacks and drinks ( bitterballenand biertjes, anyone?), so you won’t be starving as you chill in the sand. The Kennemerduinen are especially beautiful to walk through. Like the other beaches on the list, it’s surrounded by nature. The beach in Bloemendaal aan Zee is one of the most popular beaches in the Netherlands - and with good reason. Best not to rub it in the local Dutchies’ faces, though. The Battle of Camperdown, where the Dutch lost a naval battle to the British, took place in 1797. The place also has real historical value. READ MORE | The 18 most magnificent lakes in the Netherlands (near Amsterdam and beyond) While this is not that unusual for a Dutch beach, what makes the Camperduin dunes special is that they shelter an artificially created lagoon - how perfect is that for an afternoon swim? □ As the name already suggests, this beach is surrounded by dunes. Camperduin: a historical siteĬamperduin is truly special. You can reach this secret beach through the Schoorlse Duinen, at the end of a 1.5-hour hike or by bike from Amsterdam (although it’s somewhat uphill, don’t expect a leisurely ride).įortunately, there is a beach club at Paal 29, which means you don’t have to drag a picnic with you over the dunes (unless you want to go full-Dutch mode, of course). Rolling down the sand dune is just one of the highlights of Paal 29. ![]()
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