Enjoy going to the beach!

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Fancy sun, sea and sand?

Discover the advantages of traveling by streetcar and bus to the beach

  1. No parking stress and fees: Leave your car at home and avoid the search for a parking spot. HTM takes you directly to the beach without any hassle.
  2. No sand in your car: Leave the sand on the beach and board our comfortable streetcars and buses. No worries about dirty car upholstery!
  3. Environmentally friendly: Choose sustainable transportation and reduce your carbon footprint. Our streetcars and buses are a green choice.
  4. Relaxed travel: Enjoy the view while driving to the beach. No stress in traffic, just relax.
  5. Reliable and frequent: HTM offers regular services, so you never have to wait long for your ride to the beach.

Plan your beach getaway with HTM and enjoy the summer weather to the fullest!

The Hague has the luxury of 11 kilometers of coast on its doorstep. Each section of beach has its own vibe.

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Which beach do you choose?

Beach Kurhaus/ Pier - The most popular and busiest stretch of beach

There is something for everyone. You can go shopping, sit on a terrace, play glow in the dark miniature golf, zipline, bowl, step into the casino and much more!
This stretch of beach too crowded/touristy? Check out the other beaches!

Accessible by:

  • Streetcar 9 and 1
  • Bus 21, 22 and 23
  • Beach Express Tram
    • On weekdays between 10:00 - 16:00
    • On Sundays between 10:00 - 20:00
    • On Sundays between 11:00 - 19:00.

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North beach - 'The Black Pad'

Get out here to enjoy the peace and quiet, too. This is the trendier part of the beach. The tents you find here on the boulevard are usually populated by the hip youth of The Hague. Trendsetters, this is the place to be! Also the place where in summer most of the beach parties are.

Accessible by:

  • Streetcar 9 and 1
  • Bus 21 and 23

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Northern Harbour Head - 'The Sports Beach'

Every summer, from May to September, the Beach Stadium is locatedat the Noordelijk Havenhoofd on the coast of The Hague. The stadium, which is free to enter, hosts several top sports events during these months. Want to get moving yourself? Then take a surf lesson at one of the beach tents.

Accessible by:

  • Streetcar 11

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South beach - 'The quiet beach'

Beyond the harbor you will find the Zuiderstrand. Many people find this one of the most beautiful parts of The Hague. Among Hagenezen it is also known as the quiet beach. It is the 'secret' alternative between Scheveningen and Kijkduin, right behind the dunes, for everyone who loves the beach and the sea. Also highly recommended if you prefer not to be among the tourists.

To be reached by:

  • Bus 22 and 28
  • Streetcar 12

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Kijkduin - Charming seaside resort

Kijkduin is a real family seaside resort with activities for young and old. The wide beach slopes gently into the sea making it relatively safe for the little ones. The beaches of Kijkduin have a Blue Flag, a European label for clean and safe beaches. Currently there is busy construction but you can still enjoy a beautiful view of the sea.

To be reached by:

  • Bus 23, 24 and 26

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Scheveningen harbor

Try something other than beach! Looking for the best place for fresh fish? The harbor is the place to be! Enjoy a delicious kibbeling on a terrace and the passing boats.

Accessible by:

  • Streetcar 17 and 11
  • Bus 22 and 28

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Get on the Beach Express

During the summer vacations, travel extra fast to the beach with the Strandexpress. It follows the route of streetcar 9 but only stops at the stops Hollands Spoor Station, The Hague Central Station, Kurhaus and Zwarte Pad.

Check the timetable of the Strandexpress for current departure times. On weekdays, the Strandexpress runs between 10:00 and 16:00, on Saturdays between 10:00 and 20:00 and on Sundays between 11:00 and 19:00.

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