Beach

Beach Katwijk

Katwijk has a walking boulevard of approximately two km long with many amenities. During the summer season (March to October), there are many beach pavilions on the more than four kilometers long sand beach. Katwijk has a lively marina with an open connection to many water sport areas in the region and beyond. It’s nice to shop in the shopping mall ‘Zeezijde\' (Sea Side) behind the Boulevard, and in the summer there’s a lively tourist market every Tuesday.

Beach Katwijk

The beaches of have won already several major awards. In 2024 the beach received the international 'Blue Flag' environmental award for the 17th time. It guarantees high quality of bathing water and a well kept clean beach. In 2017 received again the ‘Quality Coast Award’ for its high quality of human and nature-friendly tourism.

Beach Katwijk

The beaches, with showers to rinse of the salt seawater, will be cleaned everyday. Besides the rescue brigade will guard the beaches and warns when there is a dangerous current or wind; a pleasant and safe feeling.

Facilities

A sunbath or a walk along the beach, playing fun or water sports. The very well maintained, white beaches of will offer you peace and quietness. Optimum facilities will tribute to the comfort and with that the holiday pleasure of the guests. It starts with accessible beach crossings and parking places. Then there are the lifeguards and the rescue brigade whom watch over the well being of the guests, with a First aid post nearby. Furthermore the many cafes, terraces and restaurants near the beach will take care of the needs for serving drinks and snacks or lunch and diner.

Beach Katwijk

Flags and Their Meanings

On the beaches of Katwijk, you will find various information signs and beach flags to inform and warn swimmers, water sports enthusiasts, and other beachgoers about the risks associated with swimming in the sea. Below you will find the meanings of these flags:

Pay attention to these flags and always follow the instructions of the lifeguards for your safety and the safety of others on the beach.