- A vast sandy beach stretching 9 kilometers in length and about 100 meters in width − perfect for (some spring) sunbathing, strolling, or simply breathing in the fresh sea air (healthy!)
- Nestled between two unique nature reserves; the Amsterdamse Waterleidingduinen to the north and the Zuid-Kennemerland National Park to the south
- Surrounded by nature: deer, countless bird species, sometimes even curious seals − and of course beach & sea lovers all year round
- Wide, beautiful, and relaxing day and night − always an endless horizon
- A charming seaside town with around 17,000 residents
- Welcoming about 4 million visitors per year − a lively yet relaxing destination
- perfectly located: close to historic Haarlem (with the oldest Dutch museum, founded in 1748), vibrant Amsterdam, and Schiphol Airport
Zandvoort Beach
3+
Days of enjoying the sea, the wide beach, healthy strolls, revitalising salty sea air and immersing yourself in pure seeing
6x
Enjoying lunch and/or dinner in the most charming beach pavilions with a stunning sea view
9+
Moments to celebrate life − give yourself rest, natural stillness & deep relaxation at the ocean and dunes
One of the famous seaside resorts on the Dutch coast
Accommodation
Would you like to enjoy the endless horizon of the sea in the evening and wake up to the sound of the waves in the morning? ✨
Here are some accommodation tips. For extra convenience, look for a place to stay close to the training location — so your walk will be short and easy.
Here are some accommodation tips. For extra convenience, look for a place to stay close to the training location — so your walk will be short and easy.
Booking.com
Booking.com offers up-to-date deals and pricing: search near the center of Zandvoort (South).
Brederodestraat
The Brederodestraat is the longest street in Zandvoort with many B&B, BnB and apartments. Search with Google:
Recommendations
Download this list of tips and recommendations where previous participants have stayed, and restaurants.
Nature Campsite
Zeeweg 71 is a peaceful nature campsite nestled in the dunes, near Overveen train station.
Local restaurants and cafés
Hip & trendy or classic − discover Zandvoort's flavours ✨
Zandvoort offers a wide variety of local spots for breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Beach vibes all week: From February onwards, the beach restaurants are open 7 days p/w, serving fresh foods and rotating menus − from breakfast to late-nights-drinks and hangouts.
- Downtown delights: In the town centre you'll find plenty of cosy restaurants, diners and coffee places.
- Favourite beach restaurants (with plenty vegetarian/vegan options): Tent 6, Haven van Zandvoort, Hippie Fish, Ubuntu, Kayuca, Mango's Beach Bar, Noosa, Thalassa Beach House (fish) and many more.
- Thai take-out and cosy diner, worth mentioning: Thao Khai
- Best coffees in town: Blue Zone Espresso
- Best fries in town: Snackbar 't Plein
- Fish lovers: Every fish stand along the boulevard serves delicious raw herring and fried fish snacks
- Weekly market: Every Wednesday from 08.00-16.00 in the town centre
- Bakeries to try: Bakker Bertram (also great for breakfast) and Bakkerij van Vessem
How to get to Zandvoort?
Parking in Zandvoort
Miksang guest parking
Zandvoort is easily accessible, especially in the morning. There are two main roads leading into town: via Zandvoort-South and Zandvoort-North. Do keep in mind that on sunny days and Sundays many visitors head to enjoy the beach and the ocean, which can make it busier.
- As a participant, you can make use of Miksang guest parking at a very low rate (€0,12 per hour), valid in Zone A & B.
- In and around the center, parking is paid 7 days a week from 10.00 to 22.00 (March-October).
- There is no free parking, unless your accommodation provides it.
By train to Zandvoort
Zandvoort is easily accessible by train
In the low season, trains run twice per hour. During the high season, this increases to four times per hour.
- Click here for more travel info by train >
- From Zandvoort NS Railway Station it's about a 10-minute walk
- There is also an alternative route: travel to NS Station Heemstede-Aerdenhout, and take bus 80 directly to Zandvoort (until last stop or second last stop)
By bus to Zandvoort
Zandvoort is easily accessible with bus 80
- Take bus 80 from NS Station Heemstede-Aerdenhout.
- The final stop is right in the centre of Zandvoort, next to the Albert Heijn supermarket − only a short from the beach and the Miksang location.
Practical
Restaurants, supermarkets & bakeries
Characteristic for Zandvoort
- Are its many beach pavilions with terraces ,cosy indoor restaurants − and of course the famous Dutch fries.
- Albert Heijn XL To Go.
- Most shops are open 7 days a week, just like the bakers.
Here's my selection of the best choices from the wide variety Zandvoort has to offer! ✨