Huisduinen

Huisduinen falls under the municipality of Den Helder and borders the Grafelijkheidsduinen to the south, a dune area with walking and cycling paths. The beach lies along the North Sea, where the coastline gives way to the Marsdiep and the ferry to Texel. Den Helder is less than four kilometres away, with the centre and the station within easy reach.

The only beach club here holds an average rating of 4.3 out of 5. That gives a sense of what visitors appreciate, though it remains a snapshot that can shift from season to season. For a village of this size, it is a reliable point of call for a drink or a bite by the sea.

The character of Huisduinen differs from that of the larger seaside resorts further along the coast. There is no long boulevard with rows of shops and restaurants; the emphasis falls on the beach, the dunes and the sea. If you want to escape the crowds while staying close to the amenities of Den Helder, you will find a combination here that few places offer.

The Grafelijkheidsduinen are within walking distance of the village and offer variety when the beach loses its appeal for a while. The area runs right up to the edge of the built-up zone and connects to the wider dune landscape of the region. Birdwatchers and walkers come here for the quiet and the views.

Its setting on the Marsdiep also makes Huisduinen interesting for anyone who wants to watch the shipping. From the beach and the sea defences you look out over the channel where ferries, fishing boats and naval vessels pass by. Den Helder has long been a navy town, and that is clearly felt out on the water.

Its scale keeps everything manageable. Parking is available within walking distance; the current rates and locations can be found in the parking overview on this page. If you come by public transport, you travel as far as Den Helder station and cover the final kilometres by bus or bicycle.

Huisduinen lends itself to a day at the beach without much fuss, a walk through the dunes and a visit to the lighthouse. The combination of sea, dunes and the proximity of a town makes it a practical base for anyone wanting to explore the northern tip of Noord-Holland.