Coepelduynen Dunes – The Coepel Dunes loop from Katwijk

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Coepelduynen Dunes – The Coepel Dunes loop from Katwijk

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Coepelduynen Dunes – The Coepel Dunes loop from Katwijk

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6.71km

30m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 31, 2026

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319 m

Coepelduynen Dunes

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This part of the Coepelduynen connects Katwijk with the walking/cycling path to the beach. Unlike the majority of this breeding area (closed between the summer months), this part is freely accessible to walkers all year round.

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621 m

Hollands Duin — Coepelduynen Cycle Path

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The narrow strip of coastal dunes between Noordwijk and Katwijk boasts a diverse dune landscape with rich relief and a rich variety of scenery. Between mid-August and mid-March, you can enjoy a wonderful stroll through nature, off the beaten track.

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886 m

View Over the Dunes Towards Katwijk

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Unfortunately a bit hazy, otherwise great view all the way to The Hague

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946 m

Beach Access 8 (Afrit 8) Katwijk

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Beach exit to the quiet beach. No facilities.

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2.19 km

Cycle Path Through the Dunes

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This section of the North Sea Cycle Route (LF1 Noordzeeroute) from Scheveningen to Zandvoort is highly recommended as mentioned above. In addition, the towns Katwijk aan Zee and Noordwijk with their beach promenades invite for a pleasant break.

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3.37 km

Noordwijk Beach Access 1 (Dog Beach)

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In the summer months you can take this beach exit if you want to walk the dog. The beach in front of both boulevards is prohibited for dogs from June …

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4.86 km

The Coepel Dunes

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The Natura 2000 area De Coepelduynen is located between Katwijk and Noordwijk. Although the area is not that large, the landscape is still very varied. Forest, grassland and dune valleys: …

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6.22 km

Bench with panoramic view of the dunes and sea

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On top of a dune is a nice rest area. The benches are from old mill wheels (or similar) and the view in all directions is terrific. Here, the break tastes twice ...

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