The boulevard at Scheveningen offers a unique combination of recreation and protection from the sea. On the one hand, this is a lovely spot for a stroll with countless attractions, lovely eateries and shops, year-round festivals, cultural events, markets, kids' activities and concerts. On the other, the modernized Scheveningen boulevard dating from 2013 is a vital link in the Dutch coastal defence system.
Enjoy the seaside all year round
You can stroll along Scheveningen's seafront promenade from north to south all year round. All the terraces, beach bars and attractions remain easily accessible, so you can enjoy everything the seaside resort has to offer without a care in the world. Breathe in the fresh sea air, sample some freshly fried fish or admire the sunset on the beach. Relax in the dunes, take a dip in the sea or try your hand at a surfing lesson. Scheveningen also has a vibrant nightlife, with a full events calendar and special programming throughout the year. Whether you come for peace and quiet, nature, restaurants or events, in Scheveningen you can enjoy a full day at the seaside in every season.
Morales boulevard
The new Scheveningen boulevard south of the Kurhaus hotel was designed by Spanigh architect and urban designer Manuel de Solà-Morales. The starting point for his design is the wide promenade between the resort, the fishing village and the harbour. The new boulevard follows the undulating course of the old dunes and has different height levels that separate pedestrians, cyclists and motorists. The differences in height, beautiful materials, colours, street furniture and the position of the beach pavilions in compact clusters have transformed the boulevard into an attractive promenade.
SprookjesBeelden aan Zee
SprookjesBeelden aan Zee is an enchanting outdoor sculpture garden on the Scheveningen boulevard. The humorous and at times slightly bizarre bronze figures are inspired by our favourite fairytales and sea stories. The bronze artworks by sculptor Tom Otterness are freely accessible twenty-four hours per day. Try to find all the hidden figures, tiny as they are you will wonder how many there are!
Restaurants
The kilometre-long boulevard at Scheveningen is home to many lovely restaurants and beach clubs that boast a fabulous view of the sea and De Pier. No other city in the Netherlands has as many beach pavilions as The Hague. At the beginning of March the beach pavilions are put up again in Scheveningen, Kijkduin and on Zuiderstrand. They stay open until the end of October. Located at the southern section of the boulevard are some permanent beach pavilions and surfing schools where you can also come in the winter months for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Attractions and activities
Scheveningen has all kinds of attractions, such as SEA LIFE, Legoland Discovery Centre, Museum Beelden aan Zee, Holland Casino, Pathé and the AFAS Circustheater. In the immediate vicinity of De Pier, there is plenty to do for young and old all year round. You can go shopping at the Palace Promenade shopping centre, which is open seven days a week, or walk to the old village of Scheveningen with the Keizerstraat.
Accessibility Scheveningen
The boulevard of Scheveningen is easily accessible from the centre of The Hague by public transport, car and bicycle. Take tram 1, 9 or 11 or bus 21, 22 or 23 and get off at the Kurhaus stop, from where it is only a few minutes' walk to the boulevard. If you are coming by car, you can park in nearby car parks such as Parking Nieuwe Parklaan, Parking Kurhaus, Interparking Boulevard Scheveningen, Parking Scheveningen Strand, all within walking distance of the beach and the boulevard.
For cyclists, there are many unguarded bicycle parking spaces available in Scheveningen. In addition, there are several guarded bicycle parking facilities from Biesieklette right on the beach, where you can park your bicycle for free. Check practical information in advance about the best route, current accessibility and parking options in Scheveningen to prepare for your visit to Scheveningen.
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