Camping in South Holland

Windmills, dunes and picturesque seaside resorts await you when camping in South Holland. The beautiful province offers almost everything the Netherlands is famous for and is a great destination for a relaxing camping holiday. At PiNCAMP you will find the most beautiful campsites.

Popular campsites in South Holland

If you want to spend a camping holiday by the sea, you have the choice between countless beautiful beaches directly on the North Sea coast in South Holland. The following campsites receive many good reviews on PiNCAMP and are among the most popular holiday resorts in South Holland.

Camping Zuidduinen in Katwijk

The popular Zuidduinen campsite is located in the middle of the beautiful dunes on the beach in Katwijk and is primarily aimed at families with children and couples. This site is just the place for you if you want to spend a relaxing beach holiday and think about nothing but sun, sand and sea for a few days. In addition to 220 pitches and seasonal pitches, you can also spend the night in one of the 9 well-kept mobile homes or the 4 camping cabins. Glamping fans can stay in the luxurious "Coco Sweet". Dogs are not allowed on the site.

Molecaten Park Nordduinen

The Molecaten Park Nordduinen holiday park is also located near . The campsite is sheltered in the middle of the green dunes and is only a few steps away from the North Sea beach. In addition to the spacious pitches, Molecaten Park also rents out the cosy "Duinhuisje" beach houses. These glamping accommodations have a pleasant indoor climate and are planted with helmet grass and other dune vegetation. They blend in perfectly with the dune landscape. Pets are not allowed here either.

Camping Duinpan in Noordwijk

Spacious pitches, modern sanitary facilities and a perfect location behind the dunes, surrounded by beach, woods and flower fields. Camping Duinpan in Noordwijk is a true luxury site and offers everything you could wish for from a campsite. All pitches, rental accommodation and luxury chalets are located on the sunny south-facing side and have their own electricity, water and TV connections. The North Wijk beach is just a 10-minute walk away and is ideal for sunbathing, swimming, surfing or kite flying. Another practical feature: bicycles are available for hire on the site so you can explore the surrounding area.

Camping De Uitwijk near Dinteloord

This campsite is exceptionally not located directly on the beach, but the site is still highly recommended. In the middle of the beautiful landscape between Zeeland and Brabant, Camping De Uitwijk is particularly suitable for active holidaymakers. Possible activities include hikes through the Steensbergse Vlieet and the Dientelse nature reserve, cycling tours through the blossoming countryside to Steenberg or Willemstad, sailing, canoeing or city trips to Rotterdam or Antwerp. The good location of the site makes Camping De Uitwijk the ideal base if you want to be out and about a lot on holiday and take home as many different impressions as possible.

RCN Vakantiepark Toppershoedje in Ouddorp

Have you always dreamed of camping on the beach? Then RCN Vakantiepark Toppershoedje in Ouddorp is just the place for you. The campsite is located directly behind a row of dunes and just a stone's throw from one of the most beautiful North Sea beaches near the seaside resort of Ouddorp. The holiday park also has a lot to offer families: Sports facilities, playgrounds, numerous opportunities for water sports and an entertainment team ensure a varied camping holiday. The Goeree-Overflakke peninsula has also retained much of its rural charm. Tours - with or without a bike - through the wide polders (diked alluvial land), fields or flower fields are the perfect counter-programme to a stay on the beach.

General information about camping in South Holland

South Holland is particularly popular as a seaside camping destination, as many campsites are located close to the beach. The long stretches of beach are well-maintained and correspondingly busy in summer. Nevertheless, you will always find a quiet spot for you and your family. There are also play areas and playgrounds for children on many stretches of beach. The campsites in South Holland generally have pitches for caravans, tent pitches and motorhome pitches for your road trip through Holland. You can also spend the night in a mobile home, beach bungalow or holiday flat by the sea. Perfect if you are going on a camping holiday without your own motorhome. The rental accommodation is usually designed for families and offers amenities such as a kitchenette, TV connection and your own private bathroom. Glamping accommodation in prime beach locations is also very popular in South Holland. Here you can spend your holiday in a luxurious safari tent or in fully equipped lodge tents for several people, for example, jump into the water as soon as you get up and enjoy fantastic sunsets every evening. The perfect type of holiday if you want to combine nature experiences with a touch of luxury camping. Most campsites offer an entertainment programme for adults and children in the high season in summer. You can also book day trips, boat trips and other leisure activities at many campsites. Guided mudflat walks in the North Sea, for example, are very popular. There is usually also a bike hire service so that you can explore the beautiful landscapes of South Holland on your own.

Campsites in South Holland with a swimming pool

When camping in South Holland, you actually have the North Sea right on your doorstep. If it's raining or you're camping in Holland in winter and still want to have fun swimming, we recommend a campsite with an indoor pool. At PiNCAMP you will find the following popular campsites in South Holland with an indoor pool: - Camping Pekelinge - Camping Ons Buiten - Camping Scheldeoord - Camping Westhove - Camping Paardekreek Many campsites with a swimming pool have a retractable roof over the pool. When the weather is fine, the roof is opened - when it rains, the outdoor pool is transformed into an indoor pool in a matter of moments.

Camping in South Holland with a dog

South Holland is a paradise for dog owners. A quick morning run on the dyke, a walk through the dunes with your four-legged friend and enjoying the sunset on the beach in the evening - what could be better? Dogs are expressly welcome at many campsites by the sea. At PiNCAMP, you can always see directly in the overview of the respective campsite whether dogs are allowed. However, you should enquire in advance about the rules for dogs. On some campsites, for example, only one dog is allowed, and in some cases dogs must be kept on a lead. Dogs must also always be kept on a lead in the dunes so as not to endanger the local flora and fauna.

Favourite destinations in South Holland

The well-known cities of South Holland Delft, The Hague and Rotterdam all have their own character and offer numerous museums and great historical sights amidst vast dune landscapes and blooming tulip fields.

Delft: Hometown of Vermeer

The university town of Delft, criss-crossed by canals, is one of the most beautiful destinations in South Holland. The city is best known as the birthplace of the Dutch painter Vermeer and as the home of the famous Delft porcelain. Delft also has a beautiful historic centre and numerous sights such as the town hall and the two churches Oude Kirk and Nieuwe Kirk. The best way to explore the city is to stroll through the canals and old alleyways or book a canal cruise.

Rotterdam: the largest harbour in Europe

Rotterdam is home to the largest seaport in Europe. The Maritime Museum and De Delft shipyard are also centred around the element of water. The city architecture is modern, while the old seaside resort of Hoek van Holland on the North Sea beach exudes an almost nostalgic charm.

City culture and beach life in The Hague

An exciting mix of city culture and beach life awaits you in The Hague, South Holland's largest metropolis. First take a look at the numerous museums and churches and then make a detour to Scheveningen by the sea. If you travel there on the nostalgic railway, you will pass the wonderful Peace Palace and the Binnenhof. The medieval Castle of the Counts with its venerable Knights' Hall is the political centre of the country.

Top 5 sights in South Holland - Keukenhof: Every spring, more than 7 million tulips, hyacinths and daffodils bloom here - Paleis Noordeinde: The waving flag on the roof of the royal family's neoclassical seat of government shows whether the king is currently in the house. - Cheese market in Gouda: At the popular cheese market you can buy the finest Brie, Camembert or Emmental cheese - Klimduin: The 51 metre high sand dune in Schoorl is one of the most beautiful natural spectacles in the Netherlands and not just fun for children - Museum Beelden aan Zee: The extraordinary sculptures in the dunes near Scheveningen are designed by international artists.

Top 2 insider tips

• De Haagse Markt: If you need swimwear or fresh ingredients for a camping picnic, you're sure to find what you're looking for. The multicultural open-air market is one of the largest markets in Europe. Antiques, unique items and much more have been sold here since 1920.
• De Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles porcelain factory: A visit to the last existing porcelain factory in the Netherlands takes you back to the 17th century. The famous Delft Blue porcelain has been produced here ever since. Even today, the Royal Delft crockery is still painted by hand in front of the public.

Excursions and day trips in South Holland

The South Holland region offers many excursion destinations worth seeing - whether you prefer an active holiday or would rather relax on the beach.

South Holland for beach fans

Beach lovers are best off spending the perfect beach holiday with the whole family in historic beach resorts such as Scheveningen, Katwijk or Noordwijk. Here you can enjoy relaxing hours by the sea while relaxing in a beach chair and having a good time. The beaches have an excellent infrastructure with beach bars, restaurants and playgrounds for children and usually also free car parking some distance from the beach.

Amusement parks in South Holland

At the Avifauna bird park in Alphen aan de Rijn, you can observe numerous bird species up close. The highlight of the excursion is Holland's highest slide, which leads 30 metres into the depths. The Duinrell amusement park on the outskirts of Wassenaar is also a real paradise for the whole family. The fairytale wonderland, adventure castle and children's carousel are sure to keep the little ones happy. Older kids love the summer toboggan run or have fun with their parents on the white water rollercoaster.

Island magic on Dordrecht

On the island of Dordrecht, one of the most beautiful excursion destinations in South Holland awaits you with the metropolis of the same name. The medieval old town is a veritable potpourri of canals and merchants' houses, where you can stroll around for hours and always discover something new. The elegant yacht harbour is primarily a port of call for water sports enthusiasts. Many shopping enthusiasts also come to the city - the Voorstraat is Holland's longest shopping street.

South Holland for nature lovers

The Meijendel nature reserve is a protected region between Wassenaar and Scheveningen and the favourite recreational area for city dwellers. The best way to explore it is on an extended cycle tour or a hiking trip - also with your four-legged friend. The excursion takes you past vast dune landscapes with pine forests and small lakes that provide a brief refreshment.

events

January

• Nieuwjaarsduik: Every year on 1 January, brave water rats have been meeting on the beach in Scheveningen for the legendary New Year's swim in the North Sea since 1960.

May

• National Mill Day: Every year on the second Saturday in May, the country's mills are open to visitors.

June

• Vlaggetjesdag: The herring season opens throughout the country at the beginning of June. People gather at the Schevedingen harbour for the traditional fishing festival, where they can enjoy the delicious fish. The event is accompanied by musical performances. Many boats can also be viewed.

June

• Parkpop: This annual music festival takes place in the Zuiderpark in The Hague. Since 1981, word has spread, and not just among music lovers, that guests can listen to famous artists from all over the world and various musical genres free of charge.

August

• Shantykoor: nine choirs with almost 400 participants perform old sea shanties on a total of three stages in The Hague's seaside resort of Schevedingen.

Best time to travel for a camping holiday in South Holland

For a beach holiday with the whole family, the months of July and August are the best time to go camping in South Holland. During this time, temperatures peak at up to 21 degrees Celsius and the sun shines for up to six hours a day. The high season is also the best time for a dip in the North Sea, as the temperatures stabilise at around 18°C. In general, there are significant climatic differences in the South Holland region, as the weather is mainly determined by the influence of the North Sea. Temperatures are usually lower on the coast than in the cities of Rotterdam or The Hague. In general, however, South Holland has a mild climate with warm summers and winters that are not too cold. The region is therefore suitable as a camping destination all year round.