Amsterdam Beach

Explore breathtaking dunes, take part in water sports, or just relax along one of the most unspoilt coastlines in Northern Europe. Amsterdam Beach makes for a fantastic day trip from Amsterdam at any time of year. Whether you're looking for adventure, sunbathing and swimming, beach bars or impressive wildlife, you'll find it all on the Dutch coast.

Please note: From September 1 to 6, Amsterdam Beach is not accessible by car due to the Formula 1 Grand Prix. If you travel by public transport, be aware of large crowds and longer waiting times.

 

Our guides to Amsterdam Beach

4 hours: coastal landscapes and dunes

Amsterdam Beach hiking

12 hours: beaches and watersports

Amsterdam Beach surfers, Koen Smilde

24 hours: seaside towns and harbours

IJmuiden harbour amsterdam beach

Plan your perfect day trip

Things to do

Biker at Nationaal Park Zuid Kennemerland by Koen Smilde

Art and culture

Kunstfort Vijfhuizen

Restaurants and bars

De Bokkedoorns

Family & kids

Familie op het strand

Where to stay

Buddha Beach Bungalows Amsterdam

Enjoy the highlights of Amsterdam Beach

Nationaal Park Zuid Kennemerland Dunes

Dutch Dunes

Enjoy a casual stroll, a lengthy hike or a challenging bike ride across unique Dutch landscapes. Home to unique flora and fauna, the area is also home to bunkers that were used as defence lines during the Second World War.
Amsterdam beach blokarting watersports

Wind and water sports

The wide, blustery beach around the mouth of the River IJ is a magnet for thrill-seeking wind and water sports fans.
Timboektoe Beach Club Amsterdam Beach

Beach clubs

From sleek restaurants to hippy hangouts, Amsterdam's beaches are lined with colourful places to eat, drink and party.
Amsterdam Beach forteiland Ijmuiden

Forteiland IJmuiden

The unique fort is one of the largest of its kind and is now listed as a UNESCO World Monument.
Race Planet Amsterdam

Circuit Zandvoort

Thrill-seekers have the chance to feel like a racing superstar at this motorsport race track hidden among the dunes.
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How to get to Amsterdam Beach

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