Overview
Noordwijk is a coastal resort town of 44,000 people in South Holland, split between touristy Noordwijk aan Zee with its beaches and shopping, and historic Noordwijk Binnen inland. The town offers wide North Sea beaches, sand dunes for cycling, and serves as a quieter alternative to busier Dutch coastal destinations like Zandvoort.
Beach · Budget Travel · Day Trips · Museums · Nature
Before you go
Accommodation
Hotels range from €12.50 dorm beds at Flying Pig Beach Hostel to €176 at Huis ter Duin. Budget travelers can find options under €70.
Food
Tourist-oriented restaurants line the beach. Ice cream at Vivaldi's costs €2-3. Beach pavilions operate seasonally.
Transport
Bikes are the best way to explore Noordwijk and the surrounding dunes. The flat Dutch terrain makes cycling easy and enjoyable.
Weather
Best visited late spring through early autumn for beach activities. Winter sees beach pavilions dismantled and fewer facilities open.