Camperduin
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The Hondsbossche Zeewering comes to an end here and gives way to an engineered beach with a lagoon behind it. That makes Camperduin different from most seaside resorts in Noord-Holland: in recent years the beach here has been widened with sand as part of the coastal defences, so the old dyke now sits behind a broad expanse of sand.
- Beach clubs
- 1
- Avg. rating
- 4.3 / 5
- Nearest station
- Alkmaar (15.2 km)
Blue Flag beach 2026
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Camperduin falls under the municipality of Bergen. It lies between Schoorl aan Zee, 1.5 kilometres away, and Petten, almost 5 kilometres away. Bergen itself is about 7 kilometres away. The nearest station is Alkmaar.
The name refers to the old hamlet of Camp, which once lay further to the west and was swallowed by the sea over the centuries. That past shapes the character of this coast: here the battle against the water is still visible in the high dyke and the new sand replenishments.
In terms of facilities, things are straightforward. There is one beach club, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5. This pavilion serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, which means it is open all day for anyone who wants to eat by the sea. The place is described as relaxed and lively at the same time, with a well kept interior.
Next to the North Sea beach lies the Camperduin lagoon, a lake separated from the sea by a row of dunes. The water in the lagoon is calmer than the sea and is used for swimming and small-scale watersports, among other things. For families with young children that is a practical difference: the surf on one side, the calm inland water on the other.
The hinterland consists of the Schoorl dune area, home to the highest and widest dunes in the Netherlands. Walking and cycling routes lead from the beach into the dunes, towards Schoorl and Bergen. Anyone looking for more bustle and places to eat and drink will find them in the nearby towns; Camperduin itself remains small in scale.
You can park within walking distance of the beach, partly for a fee. The exact rates and locations are listed in the parking overview on this page. By public transport, Camperduin is less easy to reach than seaside resorts with their own station; travellers change to the bus in Alkmaar.
Camperduin suits anyone who wants a broad beach without the crowds of larger coastal towns, with the lagoon as an extra option and the dune area right behind the dyke.
Great for
The beach here is broad thanks to sand replenishment and slopes gently. Alongside the North Sea lies the lagoon with calmer water, which is handy for children who prefer to play in still water. The beach club is family-friendly and serves food all day, so a long afternoon on the beach with children stays easy to manage.
Whether and when dogs are allowed on the beach varies by municipality and often changes with the season. Camperduin falls under the municipality of Bergen. It is best to check the exact, up-to-date dog rules with the municipality before you head to the beach with your dog.
The only beach club also serves in the evening and has a well kept interior, described as luxurious. From the terrace you look out over the North Sea. With just one pavilion, booking is advisable in high season, especially for a table at sunset.
During the day you can come here for lunch, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5. The beach runs right up to the pavilion. After lunch you can head straight into the Schoorl dune area or walk along the lagoon.
The beach club has room for groups and is suitable for a corporate outing. Its setting against the dune area makes activities such as walking or cycling nearby possible. Because the kitchen is open all day, programmes can be combined with breakfast, lunch or dinner.
When it rains or blows, the pavilion offers an indoor space with a sea view. The kitchen runs all day. Nearby are the Schoorl dune area and the towns of Schoorl, Bergen and Petten for an alternative programme.
During the summer months the broad beach at Camperduin draws day trippers from the region and guests from the campsites and holiday parks around Schoorl and Bergen. The lagoon then helps spread things out, as some visitors head for the calmer inland water.
The single beach club is busiest in high season; booking for dinner is then a sensible idea. On sunny summer days the entrances and car parks can fill up, especially in the afternoon.
Outside the season it quickly grows quiet here. The Schoorl dune area stays accessible to walkers and cyclists all year round, and the high dunes offer shelter in the hinterland even in strong winds.
In spring and autumn Camperduin is popular above all with walkers who combine the dyke and the dunes. The mix of North Sea, lagoon and dunes makes it interesting outside summer too. For current events and the beach club's opening hours, it is best to check the pavilion's own information in advance.
Parking
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Last updated: 23 June 2026