Culture and museums in Noordwijk

In Noordwijk you can enjoy music, theater, arts and history all year round. Both in the theater by the sea, in the open air or in one of the museums. From festivals such as Loungefest, Opera aan Zee, performances by Kunstklank, cultural walks and museums such as Englandvaarders and the Noordwijks Museum.

Lighthouse Noordwijk

The first light on the beach of Noordwijk dates back to 1444, but the first wooden lighthouse was not built until the 19th century. The current white, characteristic lighthouse on Koningin Wilhelmina Boulevard dates from 1923.

Tip: from spring to the end of October you can visit the Lighthouse on Sundays and enjoy the view over the beach, the dunes and Noordwijk.

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Arts & Culture

Noordwijk has always attracted artists. The beach, the sea and the flower fields are the ideal backdrop and source of inspiration for painters, musicians, theater makers and other artists.

We have listed the best cultural events in Noordwijk for you. Discover all performances and events in the Uitagenda. Book tickets for your favourite event soon to make your summer and autumn even more festive.

Please note that the performances are primarily given in the local language.

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Cultural events - From sports, cultural, musical, and culinary highlights; Noordwijk offers something for every preference. What will you discover?

  • Legendary Ladies - Elske DeWall

    Legendary Ladies - Elske DeWall

    Soulvolle reis met hits van Aretha Franklin, Carole King en Pink!

    Thursday 8 May

  • Expositie '50 Jaar Stripschapprijs'

    Expositie '50 Jaar Stripschapprijs' Tentoonstelling '50 Jaar Stripschapprijs'

    Een goed beeld over de hoge kwaliteit die de Nederlandse stripwereld kenmerken.

    until 15 June

  • Engelandvaarders - Escape game

    Engelandvaarders - Escape game

    Beleef het bijzondere verhaal van de Engelandvaarders en help ze bij de ontspanning.

    until 22 October

  • Typical Dutch Tour

    Typical Dutch Tour

    Typical Dutch Tour is a unique Tulip & Sightseeing tour in a old Volkswagen van. A hidden Gem you...

    until 17 May

  • Expedition Space Expo

    Expedition Space Expo

    until 5 February 2027

Museums

Take a step back into the past or step forward and find out all about space. About mankind, nature or your favourite cartoon characters, you will be short of eyes and ears in Noordwijk's museums.

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Open-air Max Liebermann exhibition

Enjoy the unique outdoor exhibition: Max Liebermann in Noordwijk. Large replicas of this well-known German impressionist painter are permanently on display at no fewer than 24 points. The paintings show locations Liebermann painted in Noordwijk some 100 years ago. The outdoor exhibition can be explored via a walking or cycling route of about 10 kilometres.

Max Liebermann stayed in Noordwijk for several months each time from 1905 to 1913. A total of 128 paintings can be traced back to Noordwijk. On these, Liebermann shows the early years of the seaside resort.

More information: www.maxliebermannnoordwijk.nl
 

Cycling and walking route

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