Walking in and around Noordwijk

Noordwijk combines a wide, sunny beach with expansive dune areas and, in spring, the colourful bulb fields of the Bollenstreek. National Park Hollandse Duinen begins directly behind the resort and offers every type of walker, from short-distance stroller to long-distance hiker, a suitable route.

Walking routes

The walking routes around Noordwijk lead through the dunes of National Park Hollandse Duinen, along the beach and in spring past the bulb fields of the Bollenstreek. Below are the best routes.

12 Nature reserves

Around Noordwijk lie 12 beautiful nature reserves. From the protected dunes of Hollandse Duinen to the water-rich Amsterdamse Waterleidingduinen, nature is never far away here.

De Oranjekom Visitor Centre

The De Oranjekom visitor centre in Bentveld is the ideal starting point for a visit to the Amsterdamse Waterleidingduinen. The centre is located right by the main entrance on Zandvoortselaan, between Zandvoort and Haarlem. Here, you can discover how nature, dunes and drinking water extraction have been connected for more than 170 years. What can you expect at De ...

Eerste Leijweg, Vogelenzang
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Bezoekerscentrum De Tapuit

The De Tapuit visitor centre is located on the edge of the Meijendel nature area, between The Hague, Scheveningen and Wassenaar. It is an ideal starting point for a day in the dunes, with information about nature, walking routes, wildlife and Dunea’s drinking water production. What can you expect at the De Tapuit visitor centre? -

Meijendelseweg 40-42, Wassenaar
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Keukenhof

The Keukenhof in Lisse has been the place to celebrate spring at its finest for over 60 years. With millions of blooming bulbs, breathtaking flower shows, and the largest sculpture garden in the Netherlands, Keukenhof offers a unique experience for visitors of all ages.

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Stationsweg 166a, Lisse
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Coepelduynen

The Coepelduynen nature area is a quiet and relatively unspoilt dune landscape between Noordwijk and Katwijk. The area is part of Hollands Duin and covers around 188 hectares. You will find high dunes, open grasslands, damp dune valleys and dense scrub. What can you expect in the Coepelduynen? - Peaceful nature: Thanks to the limited number of walking paths and the ...

Keplerlaan, Noordwijk
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Meijendel

The Meijendel nature area lies between Wassenaar, The Hague and Scheveningen and, at around 2,000 hectares, is the largest continuous dune area in South Holland. The area is part of Hollands Duin and is managed by drinking water company Dunea. What can you expect in Meijendel? - Extensive dune landscape: Meijendel consists of high dunes, woodlands, open sandy areas, dune ...

Meijendelseweg, Wassenaar
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Amsterdamse Waterleidingduinen

The Amsterdamse Waterleidingduinen near Zandvoort are among the most beautiful walking areas on the Dutch coast. This extensive nature area lies between Zandvoort and Noordwijk and covers around 3,400 hectares. For more than 170 years, this special dune landscape has played an important role in the drinking water supply of Amsterdam. What can you expect in the ...

Zandvoortselaan 130, Zandvoort
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Ganzenhoek

The Ganzenhoek nature area lies between Wassenaar and Katwijk and forms part of the extensive Hollands Duin. This peaceful dune area covers around 95 hectares and consists of high dunes, open dune grasslands, damp dune valleys, woodland and scrub. What can you expect in the Ganzenhoek? - Peaceful dune area: The Ganzenhoek is less well known than, for example, Meijendel, ...

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Berkheide

The Berkheide nature area lies between Katwijk and the Wassenaarse Slag and forms part of the extensive Hollands Duin. This open dune area is a wonderful place for anyone who wants to walk through sand dunes, dune grasslands, scrub and peaceful dune valleys. What can you expect in Berkheide? - Open dune landscape: Berkheide is known for its wide dunes, gently rolling ...

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Viewpints

Noordwijk has 2 viewpoints with a fine panorama over the North Sea, the bulb fields and the dune landscape. Below are the finest spots.

Lighthouse of Noordwijk

The Lighthouse of Noordwijk, located on the Queen Wilhelmina Boulevard at the Lighthouse Square, is a prominent landmark with a rich history and a splendid view over the North Sea and the coastline. What can you expect at the Lighthouse of Noordwijk? - A Rich History: The first light on the beach of Noordwijk dates back to 1444. The current white lighthouse, built in ...

Koningin Wilhelmina Boulevard 35, Noordwijk
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Vlaggeduin

Het Vlaggeduin is the highest point of the Zuiderduinen near Katwijk and a beautiful spot for anyone who enjoys walking, dune nature and wide-open views. From this striking dune top, you can look out over the dunes, the North Sea, the beach of Katwijk and the landscape beyond. What can you expect at Het Vlaggeduin? - High viewpoint: At around 37 metres above NAP, Het ...

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