Westland
Where is more than €12 billion worth of flowers and plants traded every year? Exactly! Westland. Westland was created in 2004 by the merger of De Lier, 's-Gravenzande (including Heenweg), Monster (with the cores of Poeldijk and Ter Heijde), Naaldwijk (with the cores of Honselersdijk and Maasdijk) and Wateringen (including Kwintsheul). The two other Westland municipalities, Maasland and Schipluiden, were then merged into the municipality of Midden-Delfland. We dive deeper into this special area and what it has to offer visitors.
Royal FloraHolland
A cooperative of growers and for more than 100 years, the auction has brought growers and buyers together. It is now the largest marketplace in the world for floriculture and one of the Netherlands' most important export sectors.
Discover the greenhouses of Westland
Westland is internationally renowned for its greenhouses, where innovative greenhouse farming provides an abundance of fresh vegetables, flowers and plants. Wondering what a sea of flowers looks like or want to experience the taste of a grape or tomato? In Westland, there are several ways you can visit the greenhouses and discover for yourself how these unique products are grown! You will find more information on this website.
Westlands Museum
In the permanent exhibition, the museum takes you back to Roman times, the Middle Ages, the 18th century and today. How did Westland come about and how did it grow into the largest greenhouse horticulture area in the world?
Historic garden
In the historic garden behind the museum you can enjoy a lovely walk among the flowers, vegetables and fruit trees. You can see how horticulture developed from 1700 to the present.
Holy Ghost Courtyard
A real gem hidden in Naaldwijk is the Holy Ghost Courtyard. Frederik Hendrik van Oranje, one of the governors, had this courtyard built around 1627 for 15 poor old men and women. The chapel is now popular for weddings.
Staelduinse Bos
The Germans once lived in these dunes on the edge of an immense swamp. Centuries later, monks left here to clear the land. Afterwards, this forest became an estate and the private domain of nobility and harbor barons. It played an important role during the Second World War. In May 1940 it was a battlefield and then a headquarters of the German troops. And now? Now everyone can enjoy this while walking. The forest is part of the Nationaal Park Hollandse Duinen.
Bunkers from the Second World War
Walk among the men's quarters of the German bunker village, but don't go inside. Way too dangerous! Moreover, you disturb the current inhabitants: bats. There are bat excursion with the ranger!
Self-picking at Frambij
At Plukkerij Frambij there are 20 types of fruit and vegetables to pick! You choose a colorful basket to carry the picking box and a pair of scissors and you go out. Each type of fruit has a sign with explanation! You pay at the Tearoom and you look for a nice spot to have a drink and eat.
Sail
Did you know that you can paddle from Scheveningen to Naaldwijk in a canoe? Or enjoy a relaxed sup. Of course you have to be a bit fit for that 14km.
Are you more relaxed of mind and less energy-burning? The Westland is a beautiful area for sailing. This is possible with a whisper boat or a real 'Westlander', which used to be used to transport horticultural products. You can combine your cruise with a tasty snack and drink. This is possible with De Hollandse Vloot and you can enjoy beautiful views and beautiful glimpses of the only beautiful 'Glass City' in the Netherlands!
Cycling
Cycle through Westland and discover the world of greenhouse horticulture with the Greenhouse Route! This route offers three different routes along 25 horticulturists. Through informative videos, they proudly share their knowledge about growing in their greenhouses, from vegetables and pot plants to flowers. A unique opportunity to experience the Westland up close!
