Beach life
The good life
A sandy beach stretching no less than 13 kilometres along the coast of Noordwijk. Are you looking for some peace and quiet?
Are sociable, lively places more your thing? Noordwijk has it all. Every season is different, yet all of them are exciting.
That first day of spring, with the sun caressing your skin as you enjoy a drink on a restaurant terrace.
Those never-ending sultry summer days, when you only leave the beach after you have watched the sun sink into the waves.
Those last gentle moments of late summer illuminated by deep autumn colours, alternated with windy days, great for walks to blow away those cobwebs. And then comes winter, with its magnificent skies and magical sunsets.
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Accessibility & parking
Accessibility & parking
Noordwijk is easily accessible, as it is centrally situated in the Randstad area, with numerous routes to the nearby A44 motorway. There is plenty of parking space near the beach and shopping areas.
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Beach pavillions & clubs
Beach pavillions & clubs
Noordwijk has 18 beach clubs & pavillions, 7 are open all year round.
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Beach Shuttle Hop on
Beach Shuttle Hop on
Free transport from and to the Beach of Noordwijk.
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Beach activities
Beach activities
Are you looking for a fun beach activity? Plenty to do on the beach or in the sea, get inspired!
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Variety of beaches
Variety of beaches
Noordwijk aan Zee has a variety of beaches: off the north and south boulevards, Duindamseslag and Langevelderslag.
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Dogs
Dogs
Also dogs are welcome at the beach of Noordwijk.
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Beaches & Beachclubs in Noordwijk
Spend the summer at the seaside... for wonderful, perhaps magical moments. Every day is different. Sometimes, the sea seems to light up and fill the sky with fairy tale colours, turning pink and purple.
The beaches and beachclubs along Koningin Astrid Boulevard haven't really been discovered by the tourists but are just as much fun! Next to the most southernly of Noordwijk's beachclub, is the dog beach. From that point, any time of year, you can walk to Katwijk while your dog can run off its lead.
Noordwijk is proud to have been recognised as a healing seaside resort. There’s no better place to take a wonderful beach walk, dip your toes into the salty sea water and breath in the pure sea air. Afterwards, relax with a drink or two and take in the beautiful view from the comfort of one of Noordwijk’s many (trendy) beach clubs. It really is great for the body and mind!
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“ At the beach, life is different. Time doesn't move hour to hour but mood to moment. We live by the currents, plan by the tides, and follow the sun. ”
- written by anonymous
Quality labels
The Blue Flag
Noordwijk was awarded yet another Blue Flag this year. This international label of quality is awarded every year to seaside resorts that commit to keeping their swimming areas clean, eco-friendly and safe. The Blue Flag award means that the resort received high marks for bathing water quality, sanitary facilities, facilities for people with disabilities, and the quality of the beach itself, amongst others. Noordwijk was awarded the Blue Flag for three locations: Koningin Wilhelmina Boulevard, Duindamseslag and Langevelderslag. Would you like more information about the local nature and the dunes? Then please check out our theme page 'Nature & Dunes'.
Quality Coast
Noordwijk has been awarded the European Quality Coast mark. Which is awarded to international coastal sites, recognising 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.
Foundation Nederland Schoon
Noordwijk also works closely with the Foundation 'Nederland Schoon' in projects such as MyBeach.
Practical information beach matters
Swimming Only swim on incoming tides (flow), never on outgoing tides (ebb). During summertime lifeguards and a rescue service are in operation at the seaside resorts. Please take note of their instructions: in some areas warning notices are in place which could save your life.
Barbecues Barbecues and fires are prohibited on the beach, but for those who want to eat barbecued meat, many of the beach pavilions have their own barbecue facilities.
Fast vessels All fast vessels (i.e. water scooters and jet skis) are prohibited on the beach. No vessels are allowed within 300 sea metres of the beach. You can find more information at the municipality of Noordwijk.
Horses on the beach You can enter the beach of Noordwijk with a horse from the exits 22, 23, 25 and 26 the entire year. During the bathing season, from the 1st of June until the 31st of August, it is forbidden to ride a horse from exit 27 at beach post 74.000 until 75.000. In the urban area you need a permit to ride a horse. You can find more information at the municipality of Noordwijk.
Nudist beach - Noordwijk had two official nudist beaches:
- Just to the south of the Duindamse Slag, between beach post numbers 78.000 and 79.500. Sanitary facilities, a beach pavilion and a bicycle stand are all located at the beach turning (400m distance).
- Just to the north of the Langevelder Slag, between beach post numbers 73.000 and 74.000. This is reasonably accessible by bus. A secure bicycle stand and parking facilities are available at the beach pavilions, 700 m from the south border.
Beach tips - Lunch or dinner at the beach...
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Strandpaviljoen De Zeespiegel
Strandpaviljoen De Zeespiegel
De Zeespiegel
Duindamseslag afrit 24
2204 AM NOORDWIJK -
Alexander Beach Club
Alexander Beach Club
Koningin Wilhelmina Boulevard afrit 10 a/b
2202 GR Noordwijk -
Bries bar, restaurant, beach
Bries bar, restaurant, beach
Koningin Astrid Boulevard 102 strandafrit 2
2202 BD Noordwijk
With a little help...
Are you disabled or less mobile to get on the beach? On the beach of Noordwijk, beach wheelchairs are available throughout the year and free of charge. These are made of plastic, have soft, broad tyres and are waterproof, so that they can go a little way into the water.
In the summer period from April to September, the beach wheelchairs are available at the following beach pavilions:
Alexander Beach - B.E.A.C.H. - De Koele Costa - De Zeespiegel - Strandplaats Nederzandt
In the winter period from October to March, the beach wheelchairs are available at the following beach pavilions:
Alexander Beach - Strandplaats Nederzandt - De Koele Costa (De Koele Costa is not present on the beach in wintertime but you can make a reservation: Tel. +31 (0)6 83 99 60 04)
Stichting Outdoor4Disabled
Our goal: Allowing people with disabilities and the elderly to enjoy unlimited freedom and nature, thereby giving them an unforgettable day. Nearly 25,000 guests have experienced an unforgettable day at the Strandrups in recent years. We drive for about an hour on the beach in a specially designed vehicle. You are allowed to take 8 people per trip and 4 wheelchairs can be taken on board. We ask for a donation of € 75.00 per ride. For individual guests we have an adjusted rate of € 10.00 per person and reservations can be made in consultation.
The Strandrups is available from April to September (or longer in consultation). In the months of June, July and August we do not drive on Saturdays and Sundays.
We leave from Langevelderslag 24 2204 AH, where there is a large parking lot where payment has to be made (rates from 1 euro per hour to 5 euros for a whole day). You can park for free in the disabled parking space, provided you have a disabled parking card.
Departure times: 9.45am – 11am – 12.15pm – 1.45pm – 3pm – 4.15pm.
If you want to see the sun set, we also organize evening rides after consultation. You must report to our driver at the agreed time. Reservations can be made via info@strandrupsnoordwijk.nl or call Marion Kuijper 06-46372208. Also check our Facebook.
Safety for swimmers
Before swimming, check which flag is raised on the beach:
Yellow flag: dangerous, beware of swimming
Red flag: swimming prohibited
Pay attention! The sea can be dangerous
The North Sea offers freshness and fun, but can also be treacherous. When swimming in the sea, take tides, sandbars, wind and currents into account. Never enter the water alone and do not go too deep. In the past few weeks, several people have had a hard time because of strong off-shore currents. There are off-shore currents between sandbars that drag swimmers hundreds of meters along the sea. Avoid these dangerous situations by paying close attention to the sea. Never go too deep. A stream of off-shore currents can be recognized by a strip of water where you can hardly see any waves or ripples (illustration below). Keep calm, let yourself get carried away, and swim diagonal to get out of the stream.
