Beaches in the Netherlands map & data
There are 2,555 beaches mapped in the Netherlands, spread over 12 regions. The most are in Gelderland (664), Zuid-Holland (280) and Noord-Holland (263). 12% of them carry a name. Well-known examples include Kennemerstrand, De Zandmotor and Cas Abao.
Beaches by region
| Region | Locations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Gelderland | 664 | 26% |
| Zuid-Holland | 280 | 11% |
| Noord-Holland | 263 | 10% |
| Noord-Brabant | 202 | 7.9% |
| Fryslân | 196 | 7.7% |
| Zeeland | 193 | 7.6% |
| Overijssel | 122 | 4.8% |
| Utrecht | 105 | 4.1% |
| Flevoland | 103 | 4.0% |
| Drenthe | 101 | 4.0% |
| Groningen | 94 | 3.7% |
| Limburg | 56 | 2.2% |
Notable beaches in the Netherlands
- KennemerstrandNoord-Holland · beach
- De ZandmotorZuid-Holland · beach
- Cas Abaobeach
- AlmeerderstrandFlevoland · beach
- NoordsvaarderFryslân · beach
- Naaktstrand Galderse MerenNoord-Brabant · beach
- Strand Noord MidwoldaGroningen · beach
- ZandenplasGelderland · beach
- HengstNoord-Holland · 1.7 m · beach
- LangevelderslagZuid-Holland · beach
- Grote Knipbeach
- WesterstrandFryslân · beach
- De KerfNoord-Holland · beach
- Rockanje NaaktstrandZuid-Holland · beach
- Kleine KnipWestpunt · beach
- Naaktstrandje Groene SterFryslân · beach
- De OerkapNoord-Holland · beach
- Playa KalkiWestpunt · beach
- Naaktstrandje StavorenFryslân · beach
- Nieuwe Meer Westzijde, OeverlandenNoord-Holland · beach
- Playa LagunLagún · beach
- Nieuwe Meer, NoordoeverNoord-Holland · beach
- Playa Porto Mariebeach
- PllekNoord-Holland · beach
- Arashi Beachbeach
- Strand van CallantsoogNoord-Holland · beach
- Baya Beachbeach
- Blue Bay Beachbeach
- DaaibooiSint Willibrordus · beach
- Eagle Beachbeach
- Kokomo Beachbeach
- Playa Fortibeach
- Playa GipyWestpunt · beach
- Playa Jeremibeach
- Playa Kanoabeach
- Playa Santa Cruzbeach
- Rodgers Beachbeach
- Santa Barbara Beachbeach
- Sorobon Beachbeach
- Chachacha Beachbeach
What's in this layer
Every beach in the layer comes with its name, kind, elevation (peaks), the region it is in, latitude and longitude. Beaches and sandy shores.
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Frequently asked questions
How many beaches are there in the Netherlands?
This layer holds 2,555 beaches in the Netherlands, the most of them in Gelderland. The data is refreshed every 6 months; this release is from November 2026.
Can I download a list of beaches in the Netherlands?
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What information comes with each beach?
The name, kind, elevation (peaks), the region it is in, latitude and longitude.
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