WELCOME TO HOEK VAN HOLLAND Rotterdam Beach
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WELCOME TO HOEK VAN HOLLAND
DID YOU KNOW? There is a handy map of Hoek van Holland at the back of this folder to help you find your way around easily.
1 Rotterdam Tourist
Information Hoek van Holland Prins Hendrikstraat 281 3151 AK Hoek van
Hoek van Holland is a lovely coastal town. It’s an area of Rotterdam known for its beautiful beach, the Noorderpier or North Pier and the Nieuwe Waterweg with the Maeslantkering Storm Surge Barrier. But there is much more to see and do in this bustling seaside resort: fun events are organised in town and on the beach, the museums and art and culture on offer are surprisingly high-quality and there are also many beach clubs, bars and restaurants which means the nightlife is great. Hoek van Holland is also the ideal starting point for a day in Rotterdam. Enjoy discovering Hoek van Holland and share your experiences with #hoekvanholland and #rotterdambeach.
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The staff of Rotterdam Tourist Information Hoek van
hoekvanholland@rotter-
Holland are available from Monday to Saturday (and in
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high season also on Sundays) from 10 am to 4 pm to inform you about all that Hoek van Holland has to offer.
T +31 (0)174 51 95 70
Walking and cycling routes, tickets and special souvenirs are also available from the Tourist Information. More
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MUST DO! Discover the highlights of Hoek van Holland with the free app Izi Travel, a digital tour past many Hoekse sights. The app does not follow a fixed route.
Claire Droppert
LET’S GO TO THE SEA
2 Boulevard From the Koningin Emmaboulevard, you can enjoy a dynamic view of the area. About 80,000 ships pass by Hoek van Holland (inbound and outbound) every year, from sailing ships, large cruise ships and small cargo ships to mammoth tankers and even drilling rigs. The atmosphere on the boulevard is determined by, among other things, the unique works of art and the ‘Hoge Licht’ lighthouse. 3 North Pier A visit to the boulevard can easily be combined with a walk on the North Pier. The pier is 4.5 km long and parts are accessible to walkers and fishermen. Make sure you take into account the dangerous waves that hit the pier. Enter at your own risk.
DID YOU KNOW? Hoek van Holland has one of the widest beaches in the Netherlands. The sun shines a lot at the beach. 2
Beach Hoek van Holland’s beach is 250-metres wide and 3.5 km long. The dunes with freely accessible cycling and hiking trails lie behind it. The typical dune flora is best seen during a brisk walking or cycling trip through the van Dixhoorndriehoek 24 . The beach can be divided into three areas:
DID YOU KNOW? Hoek van Holland has the Quality Coast hallmark and can call itself a sustainable and environmentally friendly seaside resort.
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4 Zeekant Beach The southern part is the area near the Badweg and the Zeekant. Most of the beach pavilions are here and most of the beach events also take place in this area. Many facilities are available: showers, (disabled) toilets, parking places, beach wheelchairs, a first aid station, lifeguards, children’s play areas and bicycle parking. There are also shops and other facilities on the Zeeplein square at the end of the Badweg. Cyclists and hikers can stop for a rest and enjoy the beautiful view of the beach, sea and mouth of the Nieuwe Waterweg. 5 Rechtestraat Beach The beach at the Rechtestraat is perfect For water sports enthusiasts and land sailors. You can take lessons or hire outfits and equipment at De Surfschool and Surfschool Hoek van Holland. The Windsurfing Association Hoek van Holland and Kitesurf School are also on this beach, and next to the two beach pavilions you will also find the Central Lifeguard Post. In terms of facilities, the beach also has showers, toilets and bicycle parking. 6 Stuifkenszand Beach The northern part of the beach can be found at Slag Stuifkenszand and extends to ‘s-Gravenzande (Slag Vlugtenburg). You can enjoy lovely walks on this quiet beach. You will also find the naturist beach between beach poles 116 and 117. Nudist recreation is not permitted in the dune area. 3
Keringhuis
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Maeslantkeringweg 139 www.keringhuis.nl
DID YOU KNOW? The Nieuwe Waterweg is one of the busiest waterways in the world. The Maeslantkering Storm Surge Barrier in the Nieuwe Waterweg is the final part of the Delta works and protects the region against flooding. Berghaven www.ret.nl/fastferry
7 Maeslantkering and the Keringhuis The Keringhuis, Public Water Management Information Centre, is located in a unique location on the Nieuwe Waterweg and right next to the sensational Maeslantkering Storm Surge Barrier. In case of a threatening flood from the sea, the Maeslantkering’s two enormous white doors close the Nieuwe Waterweg to protect Zuid-Holland from the high sea water. At the Keringhuis, young and old are introduced to various scenarios relating to flooding in an interactive way. The restaurant with terrace offers a unique view of the Maeslantkering. 8 Fast Ferry Would you like to see more of the Maasvlakte 2? The Fast Ferry from transport service RET departs from Hoek van Holland Berghaven and cruises to Antarcticaweg Maasvlakte 26 and Pistoolhaven Europoort 28 . Depending on the timetable, the Fast Ferry also stops at Transferium Maasvlakte 27 and Scheurhaven Landtong 29 . Watch large seagoing vessels in the Nieuwe Waterweg on their way to Rotterdam, or from Rotterdam on the way to far-off destinations. Discover the beautiful spots at the various ferry stops and visit FutureLand. Bicycles can be taken along at no extra charge.
DID YOU KNOW? The Scheurhaven
During the summer, the first ferry from
Landtong 29 stop is a
Hoek van Holland Berghaven leaves at 06:00 daily.
rugged, dune-like area
The last ferry leaves at 19:00 and is back in Hoek
with birds, flowers and
van Holland at 19:46. The timetable and tickets are
plants. You can also
available at Rotterdam Tourist Information Hoek
sometimes find seals.
van Holland.
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FutureLand
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Europaweg 902 www.futureland.nl
9 FutureLand You can learn all about the development of the port at the free information centre FutureLand, and on the Maasvlakte 2 you can see the largest container ships and modern container terminals with your own eyes. FutureLand is suitable for young and old, port lovers and gamers, families and groups. There is always something going on in the interactive environment. Take a VR trip through the new port area or book a cruise through the most modern port in Europe.
Catch the Fast Ferry to Maasvlakte 2, it takes about 20 minutes by bike from the Antarcticaweg Maasvlakte stop to FutureLand. Bicycles can be taken along at no extra charge.
www.rondvaarteuropoort.nl
10 Rondvaart Europoort Europoort Boat Tours has different routes to Rotterdam, Schiedam, Europoort, Maasvlakte, Botlek and Hoek van Holland. Sail past large sea-going vessels and discover nature from the water, you may even spot seals.
Stationsweg 80-82
11 Fort 1881 Fort aan den Hoek van Holland was built in 1881 as part of the Dutch coastal defence to protect the Nieuwe Waterweg. You can take a journey through the past in this beautiful building, and the different rooms will give you a sense of what living and working in the fort was like. There was never any fighting here, but the fort played a crucial role in the Second World War.
www.fort1881.nl
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Noorderhoofd www.atlantikwall-museum.nl
MUST DO! Combine your visit to the Atlantikwall Museum with a walk on the North Pier 3 .
12 Atlantikwall Museum Hoek van Holland was part of the Atlantic Wall, the German defence line that stretched along the coast from Norway to Spain. One of the remaining pieces of the line is the bunker at the Noorderhoofd. This artillery bunker, type 611, is from 1943. This location in Hoek van Holland was important because of the access to the port of Rotterdam and the hinterland. The cannon that was in the bunker could attack the beach and part of the water during a possible invasion. The bunker is now a museum with a special exhibition where you can learn everything about what remains of the powerful defence line.
The Atlantikwall Museum is located on the car-free North Pier 3 . The museum can be reached on foot from the car park (± 200 metres). Strandweg 21 www.forthvh.nl
DID YOU KNOW? The Bremen Bunker was specially developed for the storage of heavy grenades for the German anti-aircraft guns, or Munitionsauffüllraum für schwere Flakbatterie. 6
Bunker Bremen: Dutch Military Coastal Defence Museum Bunker Bremen has known many lives. Once built by the German occupiers as an ammunition bunker and part of the Atlantic Wall, the Bremen now houses part of the Dutch Military Coastal Defence Museum. Various story lines are touched on in the Bremen that are relevant to the environment, and many traces are still present of the First World War, Interbellum, the Second World War and the Cold War. These stories are supported with original archive material, many artefacts and changing exhibitions. 13
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Willem van Houtenstraat 102 www.kustverlichtingsmuseumhoekvanholland.nl
Badweg 1a www.janlels.nl
DID YOU KNOW? De Redder 30 - or the Rescuers’ Monument - on the Stationsweg was erected in 1931 in memory of those who perished during rescues
The Dutch Coastal Light Museum Hoek van Holland The Dutch Coastal Light Museum Hoek van Holland is located in the old lighthouse ‘Het Hoge Licht’. The 30-metre high lighthouse was built in 1893 and has six floors. The lighthouse operated until 1974. Now, it houses a permanent exhibition and the history of lighthouses comes to life through models of lighthouses, lamp changers, propane gas lanterns, radio beacons, photographic material, drawings and buoys. From the highest point of the lighthouse you have a magnificent view over Hoek van Holland and the Waterweg. 14
15 Rescue and Ferry Museum Jan Lels The Rescue and Ferry Museums are both located in an ammunition bunker dating from 1943 on the Badweg. The Jan Lels Museum manages an impressive number of objects, books, paintings, photographs and other tangible objects. These memories illustrate the rich heroic and sometimes sad history of rescue in the North Sea area from Scheveningen to the Belgian coast. The museum also shows the history of the former Zeeland Steamship Company, which has maintained the ferry service between the Netherlands and England for more than 100 years. You will also find a large number of objects that make the history of the Ferry, which is also so intensely connected to the Hoekse society, tangible.
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Zekkenstraat 42 www.rockart.nl
2e Scheepvaartstraat www.architectuurgids.nl
Nieuwlandse molenpad 52 www.westlandsemolens.nl
MUST DO! Get on your bike and choose from one of the many cycling routes available at the Tourist Information. A number of routes bring you close to the Nieuwlandse Mill. 8
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16 Museum RockArt Museum RockArt is a treasure trove of Dutch pop music. You will find everything on Dutch pop music history from the fifties until now. Discover the interesting collection of musical instruments, awards, LPs and singles, also pinball machines and the original Radio Veronica studios from the 1960s. This trip down memory lane is highly recommended for music lovers! 17 Houses by Oud On the 2e Scheepvaartstraat you will find a very sleek, white-squared complex from 1927. The 40 houses are listed as National Monuments and designed by the Rotterdam city architect Jacobus Johannes Pieter Oud (1890-1963). The complex in Hoek van Holland is part of a series of white housing projects for workers, such as the Witte Dorp and Kiefhoek in Rotterdam. 18 Nieuwlandse Windmill The Nieuwlandse Molen was equipped with a paddle wheel until 1947 when a screw pump with an electric motor was installed so that the mill could be run by wind or electric energy. A mortar was added in 1962 which again increased production. The wind rights were redeemed in 1988 and the Nieuwlandse Mill was raised by 5.6 metres in connection with the greenhouses which can be found nearby. The Nieuwlandse Windmill can be visited during the National Mills Day, the Westland Windmill Day and Heritage Day.
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ACTIVITIES
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DID YOU KNOW? The ‘Oranjebonnen’ 31 , polders between Hoek van Holland, Maassluis and the Westland have recently changed into a green and open area. It is an ideal environment for cyclists, walkers, skaters and horse lovers.
Walking in Hoek van Holland While walking in Hoek van Holland and surroundings, you can enjoy the lovely views, the smell of the dunes and the sound of the waves and the wind. Nature walks take you past the characteristic landscapes of Hoek van Holland, like the Roomse and Vineta Dunes, the Hoekse Bosjes forests and the wide beach. The walk from the centre of Hoek van Holland to the Berghaven over the Koningin Emmaboulevard to the North Pier is highly recommended. The Pier stretches 4.5 kilometres into the sea, the first two kilometres are accessible to hikers and fishermen. From the Pier you can walk along ‘the strip’ to the beach clubs on the beach. To get back to the centre, you can choose the Badweg or head through the dunes and the Hoekse Bosjes. Enjoy the view of the Nieuwe Waterweg and the sea, all in less than two hours. You can discover the bunkers, trenches and underground passages of the Atlantic Wall defence line on two different walking trails (route 6 and 7), see www.atlantikwallroute.com. The routes are in the guide ‘Walking along the Atlantic Wall in South Holland’. This guide is for sale at the Tourist Information. 9
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The forests, the dunes, the beach and the sea are ideal for exploring on foot. Below are some of the walking routes that Rotterdam Tourist Information Hoek van Holland (Prins Hendrikstraat 281) has on offer. Walking Routes: Naval Heroes and Vineta Distance: 3 km (return 6 km) and 8.5 km
The Naval Heroes walking route through forest and dunes is marked by striking mushrooms and posts with a red tip. A story is written on the mushrooms that reminds of former seafarers. The route ends in the dunes overlooking the sea. DID YOU KNOW? The troposcatter in the Vineta Dune 32 is a former American radio relay station with four large satellite dishes. The channel was used to forward messages from
The route around the Vineta Dune is indicated on route panels and posts with a lizard. The route takes you past beautiful places with unique nature and is interesting for all ages because of the rich war history. This route ends at the Tourist Information, where both routes also start.
United Kingdom to the
Walking Route: Historical Route Hoek van Holland
United States.
Distance: 7,5 km
West Germany via the
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This historical, circular walk takes you through the beautiful village and surroundings of Hoek van Holland. Along the route you will discover various interesting sights like the Fort, the Pier and the Troposcatter. The route starts and ends at the Tourist Information on the Prins Hendrikstraat.
Annie van den Bos
MUST DO! It’s easy to rent bikes in Hoek van Holland. Try Op de Fiets, located on de Wierstraat (opdefiets.club), Kleijn Tweewielers (kleijntweewielers.nl) or Peter van Leeuwen (petervanleeuwentweewielers.nl). The last two are both located on the Prins Hendrikstraat.
Cycling in Hoek van Holland and its surroundings Hoek van Holland is excellent for exploring by bicycle. Many accommodations, attractions and sites are accessible via special cycling and walking trails. The village also lends itself perfectly as a starting point for, or a stopover during, short and long bike rides. For example, Hoek van Holland is a stop-off point on the Coastal Route, one of the new Dutch iconic routes, and is also the start or finish: Rhine Cycle Route (EuroVelo 15) The Rhine Cycle Route is one of the most popular international cycling routes. The route starts at the source of the Rhine in Switzerland and leads to Hoek van Holland via Germany and France. On the way you will experience the rich history of Europe, the culinary specialties and the varied landscape. www.rijnfietsroute.eu Meuse Cycle Route (EuroVelo 19) From the plateau of Langres to the town of Hoek van Holland, you will discover the Meuse as you have never seen it before. Cycle through 3 countries over 1152 km of marked roads and 30 stages which will take you through the many towns and villages spread out along the cycling route. www.maasfietsroute.eu A network of bicycle junctions has been developed for cyclists in the Netherlands. A numbered sign post will send you in the direction of the next junction. 11
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The following junction routes through Hoek van Holland and the region start at Tourist Information 1 where these routes are available.
Cycle Route: Dune and Garden Distance: 20 km
This route takes you through the dunes along the Dutch coast, through Monster and the horticultural area of the Westland. The last part of the route takes you to the Staelduinse Forest 33 . Cycle Route: Agriculture Distance: 25 km DID YOU KNOW? The dunes in Hoek of Holland are part of the National Park Hollandse Duinen. For more information, walks and bicycle routes, visit www.nationaalparkhollandseduinen.nl.
Discover the Nieuwe Waterweg, the Berghaven and the beach on this route and then cycle towards the Staelduinse Forest. You then follow the cycling route through the horticultural area of Westland. Cycle Route: Traces of the Atlantic Wall Distance: 30 km
Hoek van Holland was part of the Atlantic Wall, the German defence line that stretched along the coast from Norway to Spain. This route introduces you to the many traces of the Second World War and the Atlantic Wall. Cycle Route: Maasvlakte Fortress Distance: 40 km
This route starts on the Fast Ferry towards stop Antarcticaweg Maasvlakte. Visit FutureLand or cycle through the Maasvlakte 2 along the Oostvoornse and Brielse lakes. The route then goes through Brielle, Maassluis and past the Maeslantkering where you can visit the Keringhuis. 12
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De Cordesstraat 160 www.rotterdamzwemt.nl
MUST DO! Join the walking tours in dune area ‘Van Dix-hoorndriehoek’ 25 . A guide will tell you about the origin of the area and the unique flora. Rechtestraat 31 www.desurfschool.nl Rechtestraat 40 www.surfschoolhoekvanholland.nl
Beachline Beach & Events Rechtestraat 25 www.beachline.nl Mahustraat 170
19 Hoek van Holland Swimming Pool Zwembad Hoek van Holland is a wellmaintained and pleasant outdoor swimming pool near the centre. The pool is suitable for families with children. On the grass field around the pool are several small playground items. Comfortable chairs with umbrellas are also available. Various activities are organised during the season. The swimming pool is open from May to September. 20 Surf Hoek van Holland is the perfect place to learn how to surf, bodyboard, paddleboard, skim board and kite. Surfing lessons are available for everyone between 8 and 60 years old. It is also great for parents wanting to play outside in the sea with their children. You can also rent wetsuits, soft tops, longboards and body boards! You can almost always surf the Dutch waves. 21 Power kiting, blokarting and more Throughout the year, you can take part in weekly individual and group activities such as blokarting or power kiting.
www.beshoreevents.nl Helmweg 7 www.zeetoren.info
22 The Zeetoren The Zeetoren, originally a German radar tower from the Second World War, is a unique building in a beautiful location. In addition to the restaurant, the Zeetoren is also a good location for many activities, from an exciting escape room to Segway tours and from abseiling to crossbow shooting.
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OUT AND ABOUT WITH THE KIDS
Willem van Houtenstraat 71 www.kinderboerderijhvh.nl
Prins Hendrikstraat 144d www.speeltuinhoekvanholland.nl
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23 Petting Zoo Hoek van Holland A visit to Kinderboerderij Hoek van Holland is a fun outing with children where they can playfully learn to deal with animals. In the spring, children are allowed to help feed the lambs with bottles. They can also help feed the chickens, pigeons, other poultry and the rabbits. Meet donkeys, ponies, goats and dwarf goats, sheep, peacocks, ducks, chinchillas, two pot-bellied pigs and all sorts of other animals. 24 Playground Hoek van Holland Speeltuinvereniging Hoek van Holland, better known as ‘the Water Playground’, can be found at Prins Hendrikstraat 144d. Children can climb, scramble and slide in this playground. In warm weather, children can cool off while playing in and with the water elements. Extra activities like crafts and face painting are organised regularly.
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PLACES TO STAY
Rietdijkstraat 96 0174 38 81 45 info@hotelamerika.nl www.hotelamerika.nl
Prins Hendrikstraat 193 0174 38 30 68 info@seepaerd.nl www.hotelkuiperduin.com
Stationsweg 43 0174 38 38 83 info@mijntorpedoloods.nl www.mijnbadhuis.nl
Dirk v.d.Burgweg 69 0174 38 22 73 info@hotel-noordzee.com www.hotel-noordzee.com
Seinpad 21 0174 38 56 52 info@seinpad.nl www.seinpad.nl
HOTEL AMERIKA The distinctive Hotel Amerika is situated on the village square. The hotel is located right in the centre and has beautiful suites, each with a different theme. HOTEL KUIPERDUIN This characteristic hotel is located in the former rectory of Hoek van Holland. The hotel has a number of pleasant garden rooms and family suites. MIJN BADHUIS Located in the Berghaven. This new hotel offers 10 luxurious rooms including a family room and a room with facilities for the disabled. HOTEL NOORDZEE Hotel Noordzee is just outside the centre, ten minutes’ walk from the beach, opposite a park and near the forest. It offers you a comfortable stay in pleasant rooms, some of which have a balcony. APARTMENT SEINPAD Apartment Seinpad with 4 rooms on the 1st floor is comfortably furnished with a nautical theme. The living/dining room and kitchen offer views of the Nieuwe Waterweg.
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Stuifkenszand 2 06 51 82 85 70 info@seepaerd.nl www.stuifkenszand.com
Haakweg 31 0174 38 26 77 bedandbreakfast31@ ziggo.nl
Prins Hendrikstraat 190a 06 42 40 22 37 www.bedandbreakfasthoekvanholland.com
Dokter Kniplaan 6 0174 38 57 10 uitzicht.hvh@hotmail.com
Planciusstraat 25 0174 38 44 18 eagmmartin@hotmail.com
Wierstraat 100 0174 38 25 50 campinghvh@rotterdam.nl www.rotterdam.nl/vrijetijd/camping-hoek-vanholland/
Zeekant 125 088 160 6100 hoekvanholland@landal.com www.landal.nl/
HOLIDAY APARTMENTS STUIFKENSZAND These apartments are surrounded by the beautiful dunes, near the beach, the campsite, the forest and within walking distance of the centre. The apartments are well maintained and have two bedrooms and an outdoor terrace with loungers. B&B 31 B&B 31 is located in a stylishly furnished bungalow in a beautiful, green area. The four tastefully decorated rooms offer a view of the lovely pond garden. BED & BREAKFAST LANGESLAG This modern and well-kept Bed & Breakfast is located in the centre. Two of the rooms are adjacent to a beautiful garden and one of the rooms has its own luxury kitchen. BED & BREAKFAST UITZICHT Located in a new residential area within walking distance (10 minutes) from the beach and dunes. Beautiful and spacious double room with views over the dunes and the greenhouses of the Westland. MARTIN FAMILY, OVERNIGHT Located in the centre of Hoek van Holland, the Martin family has two double rooms and two single rooms available for overnight stays only. HOEK VAN HOLLAND CAMPSITE The campsite is a five-minute walk from the beach and a forest area. In addition to 200 permanent places, there are 44 pitches with electricity and 65 tent pitches. There is a shopping square, playground, laundry and a hiker’s hut. There are also modern sanitary facilities. LANDAL BEACH VILLA’S The luxury beach houses overlooking the North Sea coast are the perfect place for an unforgettable holiday in every season.
hoekvanholland Nieuwlandsedijk 41 ‘s- Gravenzande 0174 41 34 79 info@jagtveld.nl www.campingjagtveld.nl 16
JAGTVELD CAMPSITE A quiet family campsite about 300 metres from the North Sea. Nicely situated on the edge of a beautiful dune area on the border of Hoek van Holland and ‘s-Gravenzande.
BEACH CLUBS
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North to south: Rechtestraat 25 0174 35 20 56 www.beachline.nl
Rechtestraat 24 06 40 61 77 84 pelesurfshack@gmail.com
Rechtestraat Beach BEACHLINE BEACH & EVENTS Beachline Beach is een unieke evenementenlocatie en strandpaviljoen in één. Heerlijk dagje strand, Italiaans dineren, powerkiten of blokarten. PELE BEACH SHACK Located on the Hoek van Holland sports beach, surrounded by surf schools. They serve plant-based food and specialty coffee. Zeekant Beach
Zeekant 37 0174 38 34 38 www.beachclubroyal.nl
Zeekant 41 0174 82 04 17 www.beachclubcasaverde.nl
Zeekant 51 0174 38 33 86 www.2seasonsbeach.com
BEACHCLUB ROYAL ‘The place to be’ for the sun worshiper with a large terrace with palm trees, lounge seats and a children’s paradise. BEACHCLUB CASA VERDE Feet in the sand, drink in hand. Fresh, local and sustainable are the main ingredients of Casa Verde. 2 SEASONS BEACH An inviting beach club in every season with an attractive lounge terrace. With a special Sunday brunch.
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Zeekant 53 0174 31 07 30 www.zonenzand.nl
Zeekant 55 0174 62 09 33 www.villaonthebeach.nl Zeekant 57 info@uluwatubeach.nl www.uluwatubeach.nl Zeekant 69 0174 23 79 21 www.beachclubone.nl
Zeekant 81 0174 38 40 48 www.thebing.nl
Zeekant 89 0174 31 03 55 www.maribubeach.nl Zeekant 91 0174 38 33 41 www.ff-tijd.nl
Zeekant 103 0174 38 54 46 www.dechibeach.nl
Zeekant 117 0174 38 44 88 www.strandpaviljoenzee-
ZON EN ZAND This beach pavilion has an extensive menu. Everything is fresh and from their own kitchen. When the weather is nice, they light the BBQ! VILLA ON THE BEACH Relax Ibiza style at Villa on the Beach! In the evening, parties are organised. ULUWATU BEACH Enjoy yourself at Uluwatu Beach all year round, with a beautiful view of the beach. BEACHCLUB ONE A luxury beach club with views over the beach and the sea from the roof terrace. One serves dishes with international influences. THE BING ‘Nature meets culture’ at The Bing. Enjoy the sea and the beach during the day and the dining on the attractive terrace at night. MARIBU BEACH On the sunniest terrace in the Netherlands they serve various snacks with drinks. BEACHCLUB FF TIJD Breakfast, lunch, dinner or high tea... at this family business they are ready for you all year round! DECHI BEACH Enjoy the view of the beach, the sea and the Nieuwe Waterweg in a modern beach club with stylish interior. DE ZEEBRIES This versatile beach club on the Zeekant is open all day.
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ZEEBAD This pleasant beach club with spacious terrace is located on a quiet stretch of the Hoek van Holland beach.
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RESTAURANTS
Restaurants Rietdijkstraat 96 0174 38 81 45
Rietdijkstraat 108 0174 38 62 16
Prins Hendrikstraat 243 b 0174 848 054 www.facebook.com/ lunchroombijmerel/ Badweg 8 0174 38 25 95 www.restaurantdeboulevard.nl Badweg 1 T: 0174 38 22 51
Koningin Emmaboulevard 4 06 30 05 96 24 www.jutterhvh.nl
BISTRO HOTEL AMERIKA This restaurant has a wonderful ‘American-ambiance’ with a good wine list and a nice terrace in the middle of the village. PIZZERIA AZZURRO An Italian restaurant in the centre of Hoek van Holland. Suitable for families, but also for a romantic dinner. LUNCHROOM BIJ MEREL Bij Merel serves breakfast and lunch. You can also enjoy a good cup of coffee or take it to go. DE BOULEVARD A welcoming and attractive restaurant with good food for an affordable price. With a safe playground for children. HET JAGERSHUIS A classic restaurant where the owner is happy to tell you all about the extensive wine selection. JUTTER ETEN EN DRINKEN Enjoy lunch, drinks or dinner at Jutter with a beautiful view of the Nieuwe Waterweg. 19
Stationsweg 43 0174 38 38 83 www.mijntorpedoloods.nl
Rietdijkstraat 104 0174 38 25 15
Helmweg 7 0174 785 016 www.plstkcafe.nl
Paviljoensweg 2 0174 38 26 56 www.laportesalute.nl Prins Hendrikstraat 182 – 184 0174 38 60 77
Prins Hendrikstraat 287 0174 84 80 10 www.restaurant-saam.nl
Kon. Emmaboulevard 5 0174 38 76 35 www.unicumwaterweg.nl
Kon. Emmaboulevard 1 0174 38 55 55 www.vispaleis.nl
Stationsweg 1 0174 38 60 29
MIJN TORPEDOLOODS In the historical Berghaven on the Nieuwe Waterweg you will find the versatile warehouse MIJN Torpedoloods. OCEAN CITY Chinese Indian Specialties Restaurant Ocean City is located in the centre of Hoek van Holland. PLSTK CAFÉ Plastic free café in a unique location in the Zeetoren of Hoek van Holland. Open 7 days a week for breakfast, lunch and dinner. LA PORTE SALUTE The place to enjoy a cup of coffee, a tasty lunch, a relaxed drink or an elaborate dinner. ROMA ANTICA A charming Italian family restaurant where the terrace is always full when the weather is good. RESTAURANT SAAM They believe in teamwork at SAAM. Have fun together in the friendliest restaurant in the village. UNICUM WATERWEG A restaurant on the boulevard. You can have breakfast, lunch and dinner with views of the Nieuwe Waterweg. HET VISPALEIS Enjoy the healthy fish specialties at Het Vispaleis. Cruise ships sail past here, only a hundred metres away. YAMASAKI JAPANS RESTAURANT A Japanese ‘all you can eat’ restaurant, located in the former station building. Ice cream parlours
Prins Hendrikstraat 285 0174 84 80 10 www.ijssalon-bellagio.nl
Badweg 85 3151 HA Hoek van Holland
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BELLAGIO Ice cream made with passion in their own kitchen. In the summer you can choose from 24 tasty flavours. DE HOEKSE IJSSALON Spoil yourself in the summer months with a delicious ice cream from the Hoekse IJssalon.
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Snackbars / Grillrooms Concordiastraat 36 0174 31 08 61 Rechtestraat 55 0174 38 51 66
Strandweg 559 0174 38 64 29
Prins Hendrikstraat 249 0174 38 49 83 www.eeterijdekoning.nl
Prins Hendrikstraat 258a 0174 38 25 11
Prins Hendrikstraat 231 0174 84 70 98
Badweg 87 0174 28 44 87
AMIR EGYPTISCHE RESTAURANT Amir is a specialist in the field of grill dishes. HOEKSE VISHANDEL Freshly baked fish and hearty sandwiches in the proximity of the beach are available at Hoekse Vishandel. INA’S SNACKBAR Ina’s serves fresh fries and snacks, but you can also order milkshakes and soft-serve ice cream. EETERIJ DE KONING A great snack bar that also has ‘Stamppot’ (a traditional Dutch dish made with mashed potatoes and vegetables) on the menu on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. BAKKERIJ MARATHON Pizzas, sandwiches and more. And they deliver! CITY KEBAB HOEK VAN HOLLAND They specialise in Kebab, but City Kebab also serves pizzas and other dishes. PEPER EN ZAND Hungry? In the summer months you can buy various snacks here. 21
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SNACKBAR THE PIER For real Dutch fries, you must visit De Pier!
0174 38 47 97 Rietdijkstraat 66 0174 38 52 72
Badweg 93 06 51 03 98 45
Huydecoperstraat 23a 0174 38 54 50
SHOARMA / PIZZA SABRA Sabra is a specialist in the field of pizza and shawarma. The Sabra Express delivers the dishes to your home. DE TWEE GEZUSTERS Lunchroom 2 Gezusters is a cafeteria and ice cream shop on the lively square on the Badweg. SNACKBAR WILLEMPIE At Petit Restaurant Willempie it’s all about fast service, tasty food and a fair price. Cafés
Prins Hendrikstraat 233 06 12 76 87 37
Rietdijkstraat 106/A 0174 38 24 59
Prins Hendrikstraat 267 0174 38 72 61
Prins Hendrikstraat 217/A 0174 31 02 45
Prins Hendrikstraat 247 0174 38 63 89
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CAFÉ ’T FUST If you are looking for a comfortable village café, look no further! CAFÉ HARWICH A café with a rich history. Café Harwich is also known as ‘de Aardappel’ (the Potato). CAFÉ PRINS HENDRIK On the corner of the main shopping street you will find the lively Café Prins Hendrik. COFFEESHOP DE STORM The number 1 coffee shop in Hoek van Holland. TIMELESS The most enjoyable party café in Hoek van Holland, for young and old.
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1 Rotterdam Tourist Information
18 Nieuwlandse Molen
2 Boulevard
20 Surfen
Hoek van Holland
3 Noorderpier
4 Strand Zeekant
5 Strand Rechtestraat
6 Strand Stuifkenszand
7 Maeslantkering en het Keringhuis
19 Zwembad Hoek van Holland 21 Powerkiten, blokarten en meer 22 De Zeetoren
23 Kinderboerderij Hoek van Holland 24 Speeltuinvereniging Hoek van
Holland
8 Fast Ferry
25 Van Dixhoorndriehoek
10 Rondvaart Europoort
27 Transferium Maasvlakte
9 FutureLand
11 Fort 1881
12 Atlantikwall-Museum
13 Bunker Bremen: Nederlands
Militair kustverdedigingsmuseum
14 Kustverlichtingsmuseum Hoek
van Holland
26 Antarcticaweg Maasvlakte 28 Pistoolhaven Europoort 29 Scheurhaven Landtong 30 De Redder
31 De ‘Oranjebonnen’ 32 Vinetaduin
15 Reddingen Veerdienstmuseum
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16 Museum RockArt 17 Woningen Oud
Metro station
Step into the photo booth and take a cool port picture!
Would you like to know more about how it was rainbowed on or the automated transfer of containers at Europe’s largest port? Visit FutureLand, the public information center about the construction of Maasvlakte 2 and the port of Rotterdam.
www.futureland.nl