Scheveningen

For centuries Scheveningen was an independent fishing village. It later became part of The Hague, of which it now forms a district. Its fishing heritage can still be found in the harbour and in parts of the old village, while the beach itself developed into one of the most visited stretches of coast in the Netherlands.

With 57 beach clubs, the choice here is larger and more varied than on most other Dutch beaches. They range from simple spots for coffee and lunch to venues with an extensive dinner and cocktail menu. The average rating of the beach clubs is around 4.2 out of 5.

The central part of the beach by the boulevard is the liveliest, with terraces, shops and places to eat within walking distance. If you prefer something quieter, head to the Noorderstrand towards Wassenaar or the Zuiderstrand towards the harbour, where there is less built-up area and the dunes come closer.

The food and drink on offer covers the whole day: breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. This makes Scheveningen just as suitable for an early walk with a coffee as for an evening by the sea. Several beach clubs welcome dogs and cater to families, and there are venues that organise corporate outings and weddings.

Den Haag Centraal is about 4.7 kilometres away and is linked to the coast by tram and bus. Nearby you will find Kijkduin at 5.7 kilometres, Wassenaarse Slag at 8.2 kilometres and Katwijk at 13.5 kilometres, all three quieter than Scheveningen itself. For parking information, please see the parking overview on this page.