A weekend on the Dutch coast

Yannick and Lesley are among the top travel content creators in Belgium. They spent a weekend visiting Noordwijk in the winter and are happy to share their best tips. 

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Two Brothers Noordwijk Beach Hotel

Boulevard of Noordwijk aan Zee. It ‘s one of the oldest hotels in Noordwijk with a rich history.

The hotel owners run their hotel with a unique philosophy. Sustainability and inclusion are very important to them. The hotel offers opportunities for young people with autism and differently-abled young people to work in the hotel industry. A hotel with a clear mission!

Two Brothers Noordwijk Beach Hotel

Nationaal Park Hollands Duin

Noordwijk is surrounded by Nationaal Park Hollands Duin. An area with beautiful beaches and vast dunes. You can step right into the National park from the boulevard in Noordwijk. The Coepelduynen stretch between Noordwijk and Katwijk. 

North of Noordwijk aan Zee you find the Noordvoort beach reserve. Which is also part of the national park. Here you can spot seals and birds and enjoy tranquillity, space and nature.

Explore the National Park

Breakers Beach House

Yannick and Lesley dined at Breakers Beach House. A unique beach club with the most delicious seafood on the menu.

This is the place to be if you want to enjoy pure and refined cuisine with a beautiful view of the beach of Noordwijk.

Breakers Beach House

The soothing sound of waves and the refreshing smell of salty sea air. Amazing isn't it?

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Space Expo

Space Expo is a true paradise for space enthusiasts. Here, you will be introduced to outer space and space travel in a unique way. The museum gives a fascinating overview of the world of space travel in all its facets. 

You can walk around in a replica of the ISS, with a view of the Earth and touch a real meteorite. A must-see!

Visit Space Expo

Tespelduyn: Estate and golf course

Tespelduyn in Noordwijkerhout boasts a 9-hole golf course in the middle of a lush green landscape. You can play golf there all year round as well as take introductory lessons. 

The restaurant with its beautiful terrace in the middle of the flower fields is also open to non-golfers and has a delicious lunch and dinner menu.

Visit Tespelduyn