Camping in Meran with pool

Guests will find a 13 km long sandy beach at the campsite with pool in Noordwijkerhout. Here, children can let off steam looking for shells, splashing around and playing. Active holidaymakers can take advantage of the ideal wind conditions for surfing. Cycle or go on long hikes through the breathtaking hinterland, where thousands of tulips bloom in spring.

Top tips

• A visit to the Azzurro Wellness Centre, which is located near the dunes, offers pure relaxation. In addition to a swimming pool with whirlpools, guests can also enjoy a sauna, massage treatments and fitness facilities.
• An excursion tip if the weather doesn't play ball is the Space Expo in nearby Noordwijk. Here, visitors can learn interesting facts about space travel in Europe. The exciting exhibition tells the story of astronauts' lives in space. One of the highlights is the detailed simulation of the launch of an Ariane rocket.

Activities and excursions

An extensive holiday programme awaits guests at the campsite with pool in Noordwijkerhout: the kilometre-long sandy beach is a paradise for families and water sports enthusiasts, while active guests can explore the surrounding area on foot or by bike.

Water sports and family holidays on the beach

Noordwijkerhout's 13 kilometre-long sandy beach is worth a visit at any time of year. Beach holidaymakers particularly like to book a stay at a campsite with a pool in Noordwijkerhout in July and August. This is when the water is at its warmest, with temperatures of around 20 degrees Celsius. The coastline has been awarded the Blue Flag for its excellent water quality. As the town is committed to environmental protection and sustainability, it has also been awarded the Quality Coast seal of approval. As the sea on the shore only deepens slowly, Noordwijkerhout is perfect for a family holiday. Guests with children build castles in the light-coloured sand or collect unusual razor clams and common cockles. Noordwijkerhout is also famous as the perfect spot for kitesurfers. In the regional water sports clubs, beginners can learn the basics and the more experienced can perfect their technique. The more adventurous can take advantage of the opportunity to speed through the waves on a jet ski or water ski.

Active holidays in South Holland

The entire South Holland holiday region is criss-crossed by a well-developed network of hiking and cycling trails. Thanks to the practical traffic junction system with numerous signposts, active holidaymakers can put together their own individual route. The particularly popular Bollenstreek cycle tour leads to the 32-hectare Keukenhof landscape garden, among other places, where it is worth taking a break to admire the fragrant flowers. A walk through the extensive dune areas between Noordwijkerhout and Zandvoort is also worthwhile. Covering an area of 3,400 hectares, nature lovers will find an Eldorado that is unique in Europe. A highlight for animal lovers, on the other hand, is a horseback ride on the beach. On several stretches along the coast, you can even ride right into the sea.

Events

A variety of events are a meeting point for locals and guests in Noordwijkerhout and the surrounding area.

January

• New Year's Splash: A tradition in Noordwijk is the New Year's swim on 1 January. The brave start the new year with a jump into the cold water. But it's also fun to watch.

April

• Flower parade. The legendary flower parade not only attracts plant fans to the Keukenhof. The impressive procession of lovingly decorated flower floats covers the 40-kilometre route from Noordwijk to Haarlem.

June

• Opera an Zee: The Opera aan Zee festival in Noordwijk has been one of the highlights of the summer for more than 20 years. For one and a half weeks, top-class musicians from Holland and all over the world delight visitors.

July

• Groovy Classic: Surfing enthusiasts won't want to miss the Groovy Classic on the beach. Whether as a participant or spectator, the competition on old-school surfboards is a highlight. With live music, a good atmosphere is guaranteed.