From stroll to day hike: the walking routes range from 2 to almost 25 km.
Dune tops: several viewpoints look out over dunes, woods and sea.
Beach and bike: combine a walk with the beach or explore the cycle routes around Zandvoort.
5 Walking routes
The walking routes around Zandvoort combine the old village, the race track and the dunes.
Rondje duin: a 24.7 km hike, almost three quarters of it on unpaved and natural dune paths.
Circuitroute: 6.7 km around Circuit Zandvoort, mostly on paved paths.
Belevingsroute Zandvoortselaan: 7.6 km fully paved along the Zandvoortselaan, where the De Oranjekom visitor centre sits at the main entrance to the water supply dunes.
Ommetje Oud Zandvoort: a short red route of 2.1 km through the old centre.
Trambaanpad: a green route of 7.7 km, almost entirely paved and suitable in any weather.
13 Nature reserves
Around Zandvoort there are 13 nature reserves, together a green zone that is unique in the densely populated Randstad.
Kraansvlak: open dunes, woods, sand plains and dune lakes just north of Zandvoort.
Koningshof: a former estate of about 43 hectares between Bentveld and Aerdenhout, with old dune woodland, ponds and stately avenues.
Duin en Kruidberg: some 350 hectares near Santpoort-Noord, where old dune woodland gives way to open dunes.
Middenduin: an area of about 90 hectares of old inner dunes between Overveen, Bloemendaal and Santpoort-Zuid.
De Oranjekom Visitor Centre
The De Oranjekom visitor centre in Bentveld is the ideal starting point for a visit to the Amsterdamse Waterleidingduinen. The centre is located right by the main entrance on Zandvoortselaan, between Zandvoort and Haarlem. Here, you can discover how nature, dunes and drinking water extraction have been connected for more ...
The perfect starting point to explore the breathtaking nature of the South Kennemerland National Park. This center offers visitors a unique insight into the local flora and fauna, as well as the geological and cultural history of the area. What to Expect at Visitor Center De Kennemerduinen? \r\n- Interactive ...
The Duin en Kruidberg nature area is located near Santpoort-Noord and forms part of South Kennemerland National Park. This varied dune area of around 350 hectares provides a beautiful transition from ancient dune woodland and former country estates to open dunes, wet dune valleys and, eventually, the North Sea beach. What ...
Duin- en Kruidbergerweg, Santpoort-Noord web. Website
The Middenduin nature area lies on the eastern side of Zuid-Kennemerland National Park, between Overveen, Bloemendaal and Santpoort-Zuid. This varied dune area of around 90 hectares is a wonderful place for a peaceful walk through ancient inner dunes, woodlands, grasslands, heath, dune valleys and small pools. What can ...
The Kennemerstrand near IJmuiden is a special nature area on the northern side of Zuid-Kennemerland National Park. The area lies between the sea, dunes and Kennemermeer, and is a surprisingly varied place for anyone who wants to walk, watch birds or simply enjoy coastal nature. What can you expect at the Kennemerstrand? - ...
The Kraansvlak is a special nature area between Bloemendaal aan Zee and Zandvoort. The area is part of Zuid-Kennemerland National Park and consists of open dunes, woodland, sandy plains, dune lakes and flower-rich grasslands. Thanks to its tranquillity and varied landscape, this is one of the most valuable dune areas in ...
The Koningshof is a peaceful nature area between Bentveld and Aerdenhout, on the edge of Zuid-Kennemerland National Park. The former country estate covers around 43 hectares and consists of old dune woodland, open grasslands, dune valleys, ponds and stately avenues. What can you expect in the Koningshof? - Former country ...
The Kennemerduinen nature area forms the largest and best-known part of Zuid-Kennemerland National Park. This extensive dune area lies between Zandvoort, Bloemendaal, Overveen, Santpoort and IJmuiden and is one of the most beautiful continuous dune landscapes in the Netherlands. What can you expect in the ...
Zandvoort has 4 viewpoints overlooking the North Sea and the surrounding dunes.
Lichtbakkeet: from this dune top at around 32 metres you can see as far as Haarlem and beyond on a clear day.
De Blinkert: a steep dune near Overveen that rewards you with a fine view over the Kennemerduinen.
Konijnenberg: a popular dune top overlooking sand dunes, woods and dune valleys.
Cremermeer
The Cremermeer viewpoint is a peaceful and somewhat hidden spot in the Kennemerduinen. From the top of a dune, you look out over the shimmering Cremermeer, surrounded by reeds, dunes and open skies. A lovely place for anyone who wants to escape the crowds for a while and enjoy silence, nature and a wide view. What can you ...
The Konijnenberg is a beautiful dune top and popular viewpoint in Zuid-Kennemerland National Park. From the top, you have a wonderful view over the varied dune landscape with sand dunes, woodland, grasslands and dune valleys. In clear weather, you can even see the North Sea, Haarlem and, in the distance, the high-rise ...
The Lichtbakkeet viewpoint is one of the most beautiful spots in Zuid-Kennemerland National Park. From this iconic dune top, around 32 metres above sea level, you can look out across dunes, woods and valleys, and on a clear day even towards Haarlem, Amsterdam and the North Sea. What can you expect at the Lichtbakkeet? - ...
The Blinkert is one of the best-known dune tops in Zuid-Kennemerland National Park. This strikingly steep dune lies on the edge of Overveen and is a lovely starting point for a walk through the extensive Kennemerduinen. What can you expect at De Blinkert? - Steep dune top: The climb to the top is short but quite ...
