Zandvoort Attractions
Zandvoort, on the North Sea coast to the west of Haarlem, has an international reputation as one of the leading Dutch seaside resorts.
In spite of the multiple activities of a modern resort Zandvoort seeks to preserve its original character; thus in the redevelopment of the northern part of the town efforts are being made to retain the atmosphere of the old fishing village, which until 1828 had a population of no more than 700. At the same time the Folk Union and the Old Zandvoort Society are concerned to preserve traditional customs and the old local costumes.
In spite of the multiple activities of a modern resort Zandvoort seeks to preserve its original character; thus in the redevelopment of the northern part of the town efforts are being made to retain the atmosphere of the old fishing village, which until 1828 had a population of no more than 700. At the same time the Folk Union and the Old Zandvoort Society are concerned to preserve traditional customs and the old local costumes.
Amsterdam Dunes Water Supply
There is plenty of good walking to be had in the Amsterdamse Duinwaterleiding (Amsterdam Dunes Water Supply) area, an expanse of 3,600 hectares/9,000 acres of attractive dune country.
Auto Racing
Zandvoort is famed for its 4.2km/2.5mi long motor and motorcycle racing circuit, opened in 1948, venue of the Zandvoort Grand Prix (Formula 2) at the end of July and the Grand Prix of the Netherlands (Formula 1) at the end of August.
Sports
Zandvoort offers facilities for a wide range of sports, including golf, minigolf, riding and tennis.
