Of course the beach is the biggest attraction of Katwijk, but there is much more to see and do.
Below is a selection of the finest sights, museums, nature reserves and activities in Katwijk.
Discover the fascinating history of the Vuurbaak lighthouse in Katwijk aan Zee, a pivotal monument in Dutch maritime history and one of the oldest lighthouse buildings in the country. What can you expect at the Katwijk aan Zee lighthouse? - Historical Importance: The Vuurbaak, after the Brandaris of Terschelling, is the ...
The official visitor center of the European Space Agency (ESA) in Noordwijk. This fascinating space exhibition takes you on a journey to the farthest reaches of our universe. What to Expect at Space Expo in Noordwijk? - Space Adventures: Experience the wonders of space exploration and discover the history and future of ...
Naturalis in Leiden is the national natural history museum and research centre of the Netherlands. With some 42 million objects, its collection ranks among the five largest in the world. What can you expect at Naturalis? - History: The national museum of natural history was founded by royal decree on 9 August 1820. In ...
Located in the heart of the historic fishing village Katwijk, the Katwijks Museum combines a unique collection of paintings, ship models, and local history. This museum offers fascinating insights into the maritime history, art, and culture of Katwijk. What to Expect at the Katwijks Museum? - Art Collection: The museum ...
Museon-Omniversum in The Hague is a science and culture museum for the whole family, combined with the Omniversum dome theatre. Its themes are the Earth, people and sustainability. What can you ...
Experience a unique and educational journey at CORPUS, a museum in Leiden, where you embark on a spectacular voyage through the human body. CORPUS offers an unparalleled glimpse into the ...
A fantastic destination for families and thrill-seekers alike. With a wide range of attractions and the famous Tikibad swimming pool, there's something for everyone in this dynamic amusement ...
Looking for a fun swimming experience in (or around) Katwijk for you and your family or friends? Swimming Pool Aquamar offers entertainment for all ages! With a range of facilities, from a ...
The Louwman Museum in The Hague holds the oldest private car collection in the world, with some 275 vehicles and plenty of automotive art. It stands by the Haagse Bos and received two stars in ...
Discover the region by bike. Thanks to the flat landscape, the high quality cycling lanes and a myriad of safe cycling routes, everyone - young and old - can look forward to a wonderfully relaxing cycling holiday. Whether you want to cycle for a day or go on a multi-day cycling trip, Katwijk is the place to be.
The Museum of Comic Art in Noordwijk calls itself the comics museum of the Netherlands. It celebrates comics as the ninth art, with the artist at the centre and original drawings straight from ...
The Hortus Botanicus Leiden, one of the oldest botanical gardens in the world, is a must-visit for nature and plant enthusiasts. This historic garden offers a serene escape from the city hustle ...
The Zuiderduinen near Katwijk, often locally known as the Zuidduinen, form a beautiful dune area south of Katwijk aan Zee. The area is part of Berkheide and lies within Nationaal Park Hollandse ...
Lentevreugd is a peaceful and special nature area of around 96 hectares on the edge of Wassenaar. The area is part of Hollands Duin and lies between the dunes of Meijendel and the bulb ...
The rich and fascinating world of cultures at the Museum of Ethnology in Leiden. This leading museum presents an extensive collection of objects that highlight the diversity and beauty of ...
Pan van Persijn, usually simply called Panbos, is a much-loved walking and play woodland on the edge of Katwijk. Hidden behind the dunes, between Katwijk and Wassenaar, it is a lovely place for ...
An important cultural and historical monument dedicated to the life and work of the famous philosopher Baruch Spinoza. This house, where Spinoza wrote some of his most important works, offers a ...
Panorama Mesdag in The Hague shows a 360 degree painting of Scheveningen in 1881 by Hendrik Willem Mesdag. It is the only panorama in the Netherlands and one of the oldest in the world still in ...
The Kunstmuseum Den Haag is one of the largest and most diverse art museums in Europe. The museum offers a unique blend of modern art, contemporary art, fashion, applied arts and design, all ...
Hollands Duin is an extensive nature area of around 1,750 hectares in the heart of the Randstad. - From Wassenaar to Noordwijk: the area runs from Wassenaar to north of Noordwijk, along the ...
The Boswachterij Noordwijk lies on the northern side of Noordwijk and forms part of the extensive Hollands Duin. Covering around 650 hectares, it is one of the largest continuous nature areas in ...
The Coepelduynen nature area is a quiet and relatively unspoilt dune landscape between Noordwijk and Katwijk. The area is part of Hollands Duin and covers around 188 hectares. You will find high ...
The De Tapuit visitor centre is located on the edge of the Meijendel nature area, between The Hague, Scheveningen and Wassenaar. It is an ideal starting point for a day in the dunes, with ...
The Meijendel nature area lies between Wassenaar, The Hague and Scheveningen and, at around 2,000 hectares, is the largest continuous dune area in South Holland. The area is part of Hollands ...
Tulip Experience Amsterdam is a tulip attraction on a working bulb farm in Noordwijkerhout, in the heart of the bulb region. Despite its name it is not in Amsterdam, but about 4 kilometres from ...
The De Oranjekom visitor centre in Bentveld is the ideal starting point for a visit to the Amsterdamse Waterleidingduinen. The centre is located right by the main entrance on Zandvoortselaan, ...
Museum Noordwijk tells the history and art of Noordwijk. It is housed in an inland dune farmhouse about 400 years old, said by the museum to be the only one in the Netherlands preserved in its ...
The Berkheide nature area lies between Katwijk and the Wassenaarse Slag and forms part of the extensive Hollands Duin. This open dune area is a wonderful place for anyone who wants to walk ...
The Ganzenhoek nature area lies between Wassenaar and Katwijk and forms part of the extensive Hollands Duin. This peaceful dune area covers around 95 hectares and consists of high dunes, open ...
The Keukenhof in Lisse has been the place to celebrate spring at its finest for over 60 years. With millions of blooming bulbs, breathtaking flower shows, and the largest sculpture garden in the ...
A unique opportunity to experience an important piece of European history. This museum, located in a former defense structure of the German Atlantikwall, offers visitors an in-depth insight into ...
The Nationaal Park Zuid-Kennemerland near Zandvoort is a beautiful dune area between the North Sea coast and Haarlem. The park consists of extensive dunes, woodland, dune lakes, sandy plains and ...
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