Walking in and around Katwijk

Katwijk aan Zee is one of the most authentic fishing villages on the South Holland coast, yet it also has a surprisingly varied walking landscape on its doorstep. Dunes, wooded areas and the colourful bulb fields of the Bollenstreek, walking around Katwijk effortlessly alternates between beach and nature.

Walking routes

Walking routes around Katwijk lead through the dunes, along the beach and in spring through a sea of bulb flowers. Below are the recommended routes for every level of walker.

13 Nature reserves

Around Katwijk lie 13 exceptional walking areas within a short distance. From coastal dune nature to the unique bulb flower landscape that stands in full glory each spring.

Lentevreugd

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 fields. What can you expect in Lentevreugd? - From farmland to nature: Where there were once meadows and fields, you will now find flower-rich grasslands, pools, reed beds and scrub. This ...

Katwijkseweg, Wassenaar
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Zuiderduinen

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 Duinen. Here you will find open dunes, dune grasslands, small woodlands, damp valleys and old dune fields. What can you expect in the Zuiderduinen? - Peaceful dune landscape: From ...

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De Oranjekom Visitor Centre

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, between Zandvoort and Haarlem. Here, you can discover how nature, dunes and drinking water extraction have been connected for more than 170 years. What can you expect at De ...

Eerste Leijweg, Vogelenzang
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Bezoekerscentrum De Tapuit

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 information about nature, walking routes, wildlife and Dunea’s drinking water production. What can you expect at the De Tapuit visitor centre? -

Meijendelseweg 40-42, Wassenaar
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Pan van Persijn

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 families, walkers and nature lovers. What can you expect in Panbos? - Walking through woodland and dunes: Panbos has winding walking paths past deciduous woodland, open grass ...

Wassenaarseweg, Katwijk
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Keukenhof

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 Netherlands, Keukenhof offers a unique experience for visitors of all ages.

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Stationsweg 166a, Lisse
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Meijendel

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 Duin and is managed by drinking water company Dunea. What can you expect in Meijendel? - Extensive dune landscape: Meijendel consists of high dunes, woodlands, open sandy areas, dune ...

Meijendelseweg, Wassenaar
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Hollands Duin

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 coast. - Plenty of variety: protected woodland, open plains, a genuine Dutch desert and wet dune valleys alternate with one another, with seepage water rising to the surface and ...

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Viewpints

Katwijk has 2 viewpoints with a special outlook over the North Sea, the harbour or the surrounding landscape. Below are the finest locations.

Vlaggeduin

Het Vlaggeduin is the highest point of the Zuiderduinen near Katwijk and a beautiful spot for anyone who enjoys walking, dune nature and wide-open views. From this striking dune top, you can look out over the dunes, the North Sea, the beach of Katwijk and the landscape beyond. What can you expect at Het Vlaggeduin? - High viewpoint: At around 37 metres above NAP, Het ...

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Lighthouse Vuurbaak 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 oldest preserved lighthouse building in the ...

Vuurbaakplein, Katwijk
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