Give it a rest—Noordwijk's laid-back charm
Less than half an hour's drive from the hustle and bustle of The Hague, Noordwijk feels as though it's worlds apart. This charming town on the North Sea is known for its sprawling beachfront, walkable downtown, and a lively pub scene. Visitors flock to the city for its bounty of waterfront activities and outdoor recreation, and you can find plenty of parks, golf courses, and cycling paths throughout the area. With a Noordwijk vacation rental, you'll be close to local landmarks like the Keukenhof Gardens, Museum Noordwijk, and the Naturalis Biodiversity Center.
Activities and attractions in Noordwijk
Are you hoping to find top things to see and do while you're in the area? Venture out of your vacation home and experience everything that Noordwijk has to offer. Here are some of the major attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Duinrell (7 mi / 11.2 km)
- SEA LIFE Scheveningen (11.1 mi / 17.9 km)
- Madurodam (11.5 mi / 18.4 km)
- Vogelpark Avifauna (11.7 mi / 18.8 km)
- Familiepark Drievliet (13.5 mi / 21.7 km)
- Spaarnwoude, Openbare Golfbaan (17.2 mi / 27.7 km)
Talk to the sand—seaside sport in Noordwijk
With plenty of broad, sandy beaches along its 8-plus miles of coastline, Noordwijk is a popular destination for waterfront activities of all sorts. You'll find ample space for swimming and sunbathing, or you can try your hand at sailing or kitesurfing. Golf is a major draw in the area, too, and you can find a number of scenic courses in and around town; tennis courts and bike routes are also available. After a long day of fun in the sun, you can relax amid the shops and eateries along the town's beachfront promenade.
Sailor's delight—mild days in maritime Noordwijk
Like most of the Netherlands, Noordwijk has an oceanic climate, with warm summers, cold winters, and plenty of overcast days throughout the year. Average highs peak around 70 degrees in July and August, while lows during the winter months average just above freezing. Spring and fall are generally cool, crisp, and relatively wet. Since the area's beaches are a major draw, summer is the busiest season in the city. You'll find that the colder, slower winter months will be the best time of year to score low rates on Noordwijk vacation rentals.
Goodnight dune—Noordwijk's sandy coastline
Nestled along the northwestern coast of the Netherlands, Noordwijk boasts more than 8 miles of sandy beachfront and rolling dunes along the shore of the North Sea. The city itself is fairly suburban, and it's surrounded by pine forests, gentle hillsides, and cultivated fields to the east. Your Noordwijk vacation rental will put you in the heart of the Duin- en Bollenstreek—Dutch for "Dune and Bulb Region." You'll find a number of flower farms in the area growing tulips, daffodils, dahlias, and other floricultural crops. (Plus, you'll finally get to use the word "floricultural" in conversation.)
How to get to and around Noordwijk
The nearest airport is in Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), located 14.8 mi (23.8 km) from the city center. If you're unable to find a flight that fits your schedule, you can also fly into Rotterdam (RTM-Rotterdam The Hague), which is 20.3 mi (32.7 km) away.
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