The Blue Flag is an international quality label which is awarded annually to seaside resorts that have clean, environmentally-friendly, safe swimming areas.

The Blue Flag is an internationally recognized symbol of first-rate beaches. The following is assessed: the quality of the swimming water, the sanitary facilities, facilities for the handicapped and the quality of the beach. Noordwijk meets the stringent prerequisites nearly every year.

Noordwijk has been awarded the European Quality Coast mark. This quality mark is awarded to international coastal sites recognizing the high standards of coastal and beach management in the areas of tourism and the environment, the conservation of nature and landscape, identity and cultural heritage.