Summer in Zandvoort
Summer in Zandvoort is all about sun, sea and action. From beach days to water sports and excitement around the circuit: this is the season you spend outdoors. Zandvoort, beachforsummer.
The summer by the sea
Summer in Zandvoort is all about fun, energy and plenty of outdoor life. Beach days get longer, the water invites you to swim and you feel that typical summer liveliness everywhere.
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Parking
Zandvoort can be busy in summer, especially on sunny beach days. With good preparation, you can start your visit relaxed. Book a parking space at P De Zuid or in the LDC car park in advance or choose a spot just outside the centre. That way you will start your beach day without any worries.
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Activities & events
In summer, there is always something to do in Zandvoort. Think beach festivals, water sports activities, summer markets, the fair and fun music parties in the village. August is all about the Race Festival and the Dutch Grand Prix. From beach to city centre: there is something to do throughout the summer.
Rocking by the sea
Rocking at Paal 69 in Zandvoort is really something special. The fresh sea breeze in your face, the sound of the waves and the view of the sea complete the moment. As you swing back and forth, it feels like you are flying for a moment, completely detached from the daily hustle and bustle. It makes you feel like a child again, carefree and full of fun. The best part is that you can do this not only at Paal 69 – you can also experience such a magical moment at other beach bars in Zandvoort.
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Summer holiday
Summer holidays
During the summer holidays, Zandvoort feels light, warm and relaxed. Long beach days, activities on and around the water and the cosiness of the village make this period ideal for being outdoors together. Stay in a hotel, cottage or in a beach house right by the sea and enjoy days that feel just a little bit different from home.
Summerroutes
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De Vier Kernen van Zandvoort
This route takes you along the four cores of Zandvoort; beach, circuit, nature and the village. Along the beach you drive to Bloemendaal, here you drive into the dunes towards Parnassia. Drink a nice cup of coffee here and then continue your route back to Zandvoort along the circuit.
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Rondje Circuit Zandvoort
Circuit Zandvoort has an almost magical attraction. The walking route along all the bends of the circuit tells the history of the track and the heroic races that have been held here.
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Ronde Zandvoort – Haarlem
With this route you make a small excursion outside Zandvoort. Through the dunes you cycle to Haarlem where you can enjoy the city life. There are enough places here to recharge or explore the city in between. Via the other side you cycle back to Zandvoort.
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Natuurlijk Zandvoort
With this route you cycle along the many faces that the area around Zandvoort has to offer. From Zandvoort you cycle along the Amsterdam Waterleidingduinen through Bentveld and Heemstede to Haarlem. For the return journey you cycle over the Visserspad and Duinpieperpad.
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Sloppieswandeling
During the Sloppies walk we take you into the history of Zandvoort. The walk goes past various locations that take you back to the time when Zandvoort was still a fishing village.
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Wandelen naar de pier van IJmuiden
From Zandvoort to IJmuiden is a beautiful route between the two seaside resorts. You walk over the Zandvoort beach via Bloemendaal aan zee to the pier of IJmuiden and back through the Zuid-Kennemerland National Park.
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Rondje om de Zuidduinen
The Zuiderduin loop takes you through the southern dunes of Zandvoort and a part through the Amsterdam Waterleidingduinen. Enjoy the fresh sea air, the animals in the AWD and the beautiful views.
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Rondje Haarlem
During this route you will cycle a nice round around Haarlem and ride through the various smaller villages that embrace Haarlem. They all have their own charm but let Haarlem shine in their midst. Cycle through the polder and cross the water on the most beautiful bridges.
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Ronde van Zandvoort
Cycling along the coast, through varied dune landscapes and past impressive villas. Look around you during your trip through the NPZK. This area is home to many Konik horses, Scottish Highlanders, foxes and deer. A small moment of happiness during the trip.
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Huisje van Wester
The Wester house is a historic building. It was originally a service house for the water pump operator. When the pumps were powered electrically, an operator was no longer needed and the house became empty. It has been renovated and opened as a landscape viewing hut.
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Book your summer holiday
Want to get away from it all? Via Visit Zandvoort you can easily book a complete stay. Choose from hotels by the sea, cosy B&Bs, a comfortable holiday home or a beach house right on the beach. Enjoy sunny days at the coast, fun activities and evenings outside in the soft summer air. Everything that makes summer so nice can be found here.