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Itineraries

Kunstfort bij Vijfhuizen

The monumental Fort at Vijfhuizen is one of the first concrete buildings in the Netherlands and is part of the Defense Line of Amsterdam, a large-scale 19th-century defense plan declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996. The island is surrounded by distinctive examples of Dutch spatial planning, such as the 19th-century polder landscapes and the 20th-century Vinex architecture.

Forteiland IJmuiden

The Forteiland IJmuiden is an island fortress located near the town of IJmuiden, in the mouth of the North Sea Canal. It was constructed in the 1880s to help defend the surrounding area and restrict shipping traffic heading for Amsterdam. This iconic post is actually half underground and is the largest building in the Defence Line of Amsterdam – a UNESCO world monument.

Nationaal Park Zuid-Kennemerland

The National Park Zuid-Kennemerland is a remarkable expanse of dunes between Zandvoort and IJmuiden, covering approximately 38 hectares and attracting two million visitors each year.

Woodstock 69

Flower power comes to Amsterdam beach at this colourful beach bar and club in Bloemendaal.

Jutters Mu-ZEE-um

Beachcombing used to be part of everyday life for the residents of Zandvoort. It was a way of making extra money. Nowadays, beachcombing is more of a hobby, with interesting finds being made on a daily basis. The Jutters Mu-ZEE-um has these beautiful and unique artefacts.

Amsterdamse Waterleidingduinen

Located to the south of Zuid-Kennemerland National Park, the Amsterdamse Waterleidingduinen make up a nature reserve that also helps supply drinking water for Amsterdam.

Country Estate Beeckestijn

The Beeckestijn gardens are an outdoor museum.

Ruïne van Brederode

The Ruin of Brederode is a remnant of the medieval castle of the lords of Brederode. The castle of an older fortress was built around 1355.

Kraantje Lek

Kraantje Lek is located at the foot of the steep dune De Blinkert, which in itself is worth a look. Kraantje Lek was built in 1542 as an inn. Even at that time, people from all over the world came to visit to view the area, to paint here or to enjoy nature. Frans Hals even painted here! The atmosphere of that time can still be felt, for example in the wooden interior.

Circuit Zandvoort

A popular hub for sunbathers, the coastal town of Zandvoort is also the home of Dutch motor racing! The legendary Circuit Park Zandvoort, which sits amidst the dunes just outside of the town’s borders, has drawn racing enthusiasts and thrill-seekers alike since it opened 1948.

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