#538 European Rank Blue Flag Certified

Zandvoort

near Amsterdam, Netherlands•North Sea• Best Season: June, July, August, September

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EDITORIAL SCORE

4.27/ 5.0

SEA TEMPERATURE

18.7°C

August 30-year average

DAILY BUDGET

€57/day

SAND & SHORELINE

Golden Sand

Gradual Drop

Sea Temperature by Month

30-year monthly averages for near Amsterdam · NOAA satellite data

Swipe 12 months ⇄

Refreshing Plunge

Jan

6.2°C

Air 14°C

Feb

5.5°C

Air 15°C

Mar

6.2°C

Air 17°C

Apr

8.4°C

Air 20°C

May

11.6°C

Air 23°C

Jun

14.7°C

Air 26°C

Jul

17.3°C

Air 28°C

Peak

Aug

18.7°C

Air 28°C

Sep

17.5°C

Air 26°C

Oct

14.8°C

Air 23°C

Nov

11.3°C

Air 19°C

Dec

8.2°C

Air 16°C

Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology

Peak 18.7°C in August · cold-water plunge / wetsuit season

30-year NOAA satellite climatological mean (1991–2020).Explore all Netherlands Sea Temperatures

Score Breakdown

Scenery & Setting4.2 / 5

Water Clarity & Cleanliness5.0 / 5

Sand & Shoreline Quality4.7 / 5

Atmosphere & Safety4.8 / 5

Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5

Affordability & Fair Pricing4.2 / 5

About Zandvoort

Amsterdam's nearest surf beach, a broad dune-backed strand packed with beach clubs and windsurfers.

Key Beach Facts

Official Records

•Access: Located 24 km west of Amsterdam in North Holland; direct 30-minute passenger train from Amsterdam Centraal Station terminating right next to the beach.

•Protected Status / Environment: Bordered by Nationaal Park Zuid-Kennemerland and Amsterdamse Waterleidingduinen dune reserves; long-standing Blue Flag certification.

•Notable Feature: 9 km long wide sandy beach featuring around 30 permanent/seasonal beach pavilions, water sports schools, and immediate proximity to the CM.com Circuit Zandvoort.

Official Tourism Authorities:holland.com visitzandvoort.com

Amenities & Facilities

Bathrooms

Yes

Showers

Yes

Free Parking

Yes

Food / Tavernas

Yes

Good for Kids

Yes

Dog Friendly

Lifeguard on Duty

Yes

Sunbed & Umbrella Rentals

Natural Cliff/Pine Shade

Yes

Wheelchair Accessible

Snorkeling & Watersports

Yes

Nudist / FKK Friendly

Getting There & Local Notes

Getting there:

Located near near Amsterdam. Accessible via regional coastal roads (52.371°N, 4.527°E).

•Popular and lifeguarded, with lively summer beach clubs.

•A dune reserve and rows of beach clubs, a quick train from Amsterdam.

Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway

INTL · 40m drive

Convenient highway or local transit access across near Amsterdam, Netherlands.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Zandvoort

What is the water temperature at Zandvoort?

The peak summer sea surface temperature at Zandvoort averages 18.7°C (66°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.

What type of coast or sand is Zandvoort?

Zandvoort is classified as a golden sand shoreline located in near Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Is Zandvoort good for families with kids?

Yes, Zandvoort is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.

Are there parking and facilities at Zandvoort?

Free parking is available. Restroom facilities are present.

Getting Around & Activities

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