Welcome to Noordwijk aan Zee
Noordwijk aan Zee is a picturesque seaside town on the South Holland coast, situated between Katwijk and Zandvoort in the famous flower bulb region. Particularly in spring, the surrounding fields burst into vibrant color, creating a spectacular natural display. With its 13 km of sandy beach and one of the largest dune areas in the Netherlands just behind, Noordwijk is perfect for long coastal walks and bike rides.
Enjoy a Real-Time View of the North Sea
Take a look at the North Sea any time through the Webcam, and get a taste of your upcoming holiday in the Netherlands. See the live feed here.
Convenient Travel Options and Day Trips
Major cities like Amsterdam and Rotterdam are less than an hour away by car. However, public transport offers a stress-free alternative: frequent bus services connect Noordwijk to Leiden Central Station, where trains run to all major destinations. Another option is Sassenheim Station along the A44, which offers free parking. From there, regular trains depart for Amsterdam and Rotterdam. Round-trip tickets (Dagretour) are available at the station ticket machines, and children between 7 and 11 can get a Railrunner ticket for just €2.50.
Discover the Region on a Vespa
For a unique experience, rent a Vespa and explore Noordwijk and its surroundings at your own pace. Book your Vespa here.
Eco-Friendly Tourism with the Blue Flag
Noordwijk has proudly flown the Blue Flag for sustainable tourism for over 30 years. This certification signifies excellent water quality, high safety standards with on-site lifeguards, and efficient waste management. PeOos is dedicated to preserving and protecting this unique coastal area and fully supports Noordwijk’s sustainable initiatives.
Events
Annually in may Liberation Day
in august Formula 1 Grand Prix in Zandvoort
Explore the top-rated attractions
Space Expo Noordwijk
The Keukenhof
Amsterdamer Waterleidingduinen – water supply dunes
Sealife in Scheveningen
Vogelpark Avifauna in Alphen aan de Rijn (30 km from Noordwijk)
Corpus (a journey through man) in Leiden (12 km from Noordwijk)
Special places
Leiden – a beautiful student town with many historical characters
The Hague – the Seat of the Government of the Netherlands and hosts the International Court of Justice
Delft - Blooming trading city from the Golden Age
Enkhuizen – a history town on the Ijsselmeer. It has one of the largest marines in the Netherlands. Tourists should take boat trips around the area.
Naarden – historic town with a castle in former Zuiderzee.
Rotterdam – was European Capital of Culture in 2001. A major logistic and economic centre with long history, and has Europe’s largest port too.
Haarlem – is a city and municipality in the Netherlands and also the city of Bishop’s seat of the Roman Catholic Diocese
Amsterdam – the capital and most cultural and tourist attraction city of the Netherlands
Kampen: Hansestad at the IJssel River
Luttelgeest: Pantropica (also knwon as Orchideënhoeve) daily opend from 9:30 to 18:00 uur
