De Pier op het strand van Scheveningen in Den Haag van boven gefotografeerd zodat je goed kunt zien hoe dicht stad en strand bij elkaar zijn. Een unieke combinatie!

Beaches

A coastal strip as far as the eye can see, divided between Scheveningen, Kijkduin and Zuiderstrand. Full of relaxed beach bars and with more than enough space to relax. Sand between your toes is a must during your visit to The Hague!

View all locations by the sea

You can enjoy the beach all year round in The Hague. Whether it's for a beach day or a dinner at one of the beach pavilions, or for a winter day blowing off with a hot chocolate. The Hague has the luxury of 11 kilometres of coast on its doorstep. Each part of the beach has its own vibe.

'Nowhere in the Netherlands can you find so many kilometres of beach so close to the city. A unique combination.'

Vibrant Scheveningen

The Hague's most famous beach resort is Scheveningen. With its vast beaches, large number of beach bars and unique promenade and harbour, Scheveningen is the perfect location for a beach day.

Zuiderstrand: the Quiet Beach

Zuiderstrand, right behind the dunes, is also known among locals as the quiet beach. You will find some authentic beach pavilions and it is a perfect place for water sports.

Scheveningen Strand voor het Kurhaus met mensen lekker aan het zonnen op een handdoek onder een parasol.

In The Hague, you even have the luxury of choosing a beach! Opt for bustling Scheveningen or for the tranquillity of Zuiderstrand?

Kijkduin

The intimate scale of Kijkduin adds to its charm, making it an ideal place for a substantial walk or bike ride. There's also plenty for children to do in Kijkduin. You can enjoy a meal at one of the beach pavilions or restaurants along the boulevard. Currently, Kijkduin is undergoing significant development with the 'Nieuw Kijkduin' project. Visitors can already enjoy the first new shops and restaurants in and around the covered Foodcourt.

Houten en rieten meubels, jaren 70 parasols op het strand, kortom bij Beachclub Birds beleef je een echte strandvibe.

Feel that Hague holiday feeling at the beach tents in Kijkduin

What are good places to eat or stay at the beach in The Hague?

Barbecue at a beach pavilion, dine with a view of the sunset, have a romantic dinner in the atmospheric harbour: at the dozens of restaurants in Scheveningen and Kijkduin you can relax after a day at the beach. And the fish? It comes fresher than fresh straight from the sea! Besides those fine restaurants, you will find plenty of accommodation on the coast to spend the night. Sleeping with the sound of the North Sea in the background: who wouldn't want that?

What's the best way to get to the beaches?

A day or weekend at the beach in Scheveningen or Kijkduin? Check in advance how you can travel best and fastest. Public transport, bicycle or scooter will get you to the beach the fastest. Coming by car to Scheveningen? Then use Park + Beach.

More information about the accessibilty of The Hague beaches

Safely enjoying your Hague beach day

What do those different flags at the lifeguard mean? The sea looks calm, but maybe there are currents to watch out for. What are those big Miffy poles for? These may not be the things that immediately come to mind when spending a day at the beach, but they are very useful and safe to know.

More information about a safe day at the beach