The surroundings

Welcome to Hoek van Holland

Hoek van Holland is located on the Nieuwe Waterweg, one of the most interesting stretches of the European coast. Hoek van Holland has everything to offer for an enjoyable day out, a weekend break and a relaxing or active holiday. A breath of fresh sea air on kilometers of beach, cycling or walking through the countryside or enjoying the magnificent view on the Nieuwe Waterweg.
Hoek van Holland has endless possibilities.

Accessibility

Hoek van Holland lies 20 km. from The Hague and Delft and about 30 km. from Rotterdam. Hoek van Holland is easily accessible by train and bus. The trainstation lies in the immediate vicinity of the harbour. During the summer months the train continues all the way on to the station 'Strand' (beach).
Hoek van Holland is also the ideal base for a trip to the United Kingdom. Stena Line operates a ferry service to Harwich twice a day. The HSS ferry, a high-speed catamaran, gets you to Harwich in just 3 hours and 40 minutes!

Hoek van Holland, space galore

In and around the village of Hoek van Holland are various areas of natural beauty such as a magnificent stretch of dunes, the Hoekse Bosjes (woodland), Roomse Duin, Nieuwelandse Duin and Staelduinse Bos which is 50 hectares in size and was designated a geological monument in 1997. There is a visitors centre at Staelduinse Bos.

There are many possibilities for recreational sports varying from horse-back riding along the beach or in the beautiful countryside to sailing, surfing or amateur fishing at sea.

Through woodland and dunes to the beach and the sea, Hoek van Holland offers you also a nature stroll through characteristic landscape including a long walking route, beach and pier route and wheelchair-friendly route. You can also rent a bicycle and enjoy the various long or short cycling routes.

The beach at Hoek van Holland is wide and kilometers long, bordered by a vast, and freely accessible area of dunes. There is a separate nudist beach. Not only is the beach kept perfectly clean, but a great deal of attention is also paid to the safety aspect. During the summer months the beach is patrolled by life-guards and there is a First -Aid post available.
In addition, regulations have been drawn up to increase safety for seaside visitors and special 'Miffy' orientation poles have been installed for the smallest beach-goers.
Of course, showers and toilets are also available. Deck-chairs, parasols and wind screens can be rented on the spot. Along the Hoek coast you wil find numerous beach pavilions, many with a large terrace.

Due to its strategic location at the mouth of the Nieuwe Waterweg, Hoek van Holland has had a fascinating history during its relatively short existence. It really began in 1863 when it was decided to make a start on cutting through 'Den Hoek van Holland'. The first ship entered the 'Nieuwe Waterweg'in 1872.
Today around 33.000 sea-going ships pass Hoek van Holland on their way to the port of Rotterdam. Koningin Emma-boulevard is a delightful place to while away the time with a fascinating view of the ships sailing past.
Even better is the Noorderpier which protrudes 4,5 km. into the sea and is partly accessible to walkers and fishermen.
Hoek van Holland is inextricably linked with pilotage and rescue services. You can notice this particularly in Berghaven where the service and workboats of the Department of Public Works lie alongside the pilotage vessels and life-boats.