Egmond aan Zee
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The J.C.J. van Speijk lighthouse has stood atop the edge of the dunes at Egmond aan Zee since 1834 and is the landmark of the village. From the boulevard you look out over a wide beach that runs for kilometres in both directions, towards Bergen aan Zee to the north and Egmond aan den Hoef and Castricum aan Zee to the south.
Egmond aan Zee falls under the municipality of Bergen, in the province of Noord-Holland. Locally, the village is known as Derp. It is one of the oldest fishing villages on the Noord-Holland coast, and that history is still visible in the narrow streets that lead from the boulevard into the village.
There is one beach club on the beach, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5. The menu focuses on breakfast and lunch. So if you want to eat in the evening, you will need the cafes and restaurants in the village itself, which lies within walking distance of the beach. The combination of a short boulevard and a village centre just behind the dunes means you can quickly walk from the beach to a terrace or restaurant in Egmond.
The beach is wide and slopes gently down to the sea, which makes it suitable for families with children. You will find most of the facilities at the beach access by the lighthouse. Dogs are welcome on the beach, with rules that vary by season; the exact zones and times are listed further down this page.
Egmond aan Zee lies close to the neighbouring towns of Egmond (700 metres), Bergen (just over 6 kilometres) and Castricum aan Zee (just over 7 kilometres). Behind the dunes lies the Noord-Hollands Duinreservaat, an area for walking and cycling that connects directly to the village. If you want to combine the beach with a walk through the dunes, you have immediate access from Egmond aan Zee.
The nearest train station is Castricum, just over 8 kilometres away. From there a bus runs to the coast. By car you reach the village via the N512 and N511; parking is available within walking distance of the beach and is partly paid. The details are in the parking overview on this page.
The beach season revolves mainly around the summer months, but the boulevard and the lighthouse draw visitors all year round. Outside the high season it is quieter, and the dune walks behind the village combine well with a visit to the coast.
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The beach at Egmond aan Zee is wide and slopes gently down to the waterline, which is pleasant for children playing in the surf. The beach access by the lighthouse is close to the facilities and the beach club, so you can quickly grab something to eat or drink.
Dogs are welcome on the beach, with rules that vary by season. In winter they can run free everywhere, while in summer fixed times and zones apply. The exact rules are given further down in the beach information; do check them before your visit, as they are set by the municipality of Bergen.
The beach club serves breakfast and lunch, but no dinner. For an evening meal you walk into the village, where restaurants are a short distance from the boulevard. The lighthouse and the view over the sea at sunset make a walk beforehand well worth it.
The beach club focuses on breakfast and lunch and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5. Its location right by the beach access makes it a natural spot for lunch during a day at the beach or after a walk through the dunes.
A corporate outing is possible at the beach club. The wide beach and the dunes behind the village offer space for outdoor activities. For group packages, contact the beach club in advance to discuss the options.
When it rains or the wind picks up, the village itself offers alternatives, with cafes, restaurants and shops within walking distance of the beach. The beach club itself is covered, so you can shelter inside during breakfast or lunch even in less favourable weather.
The high season runs from May through September, with the busiest period during the school holidays in July and August. On warm days the beach by the lighthouse fills up the fastest, because that is where most of the facilities are.
In the early and late season it is quieter on the beach. The boulevard and the lighthouse still draw visitors, and the dune walks behind the village are pleasant to do during that period.
In winter the beach is mainly popular with walkers and dog owners, who have more space in those months. The sea and the wind then set the scene; many beach facilities are closed outside the season.
Bear in mind that the offering on the beach is limited to one beach club with breakfast and lunch. For evening dining and a wider choice you will need the village, which has restaurants and cafes open all year round.
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Last updated: 23 June 2026