Location
Netherlands
Status
Officially Designated
Suitable for
Families and adults
Terrain
Sand
Best season
June to September
About Naaktstrand Kijkduin
The Kijkduin nude beach is The Hague's southern naturist beach, on the North Sea shore south of the Kijkduin resort and directly in front of the Zandmotor, the huge hook-shaped artificial sand peninsula built in 2011. The municipality permits nude recreation from beach pole 108 southward toward Monster, reached from the Kijkduin strandslag 1 access; naaktstrandje.nl describes the marked section as about 385 m of sand around pole 108, with signs at its edges. To the south it runs straight into the Monster nude beach in neighbouring Westland, which was moved here when the Zandmotor was built. Since then a lagoon in front of the beach falls almost dry at low tide, so there is no direct swimming, and nude sunbathers also spread out onto the Zandmotor itself. The area is a designated kite zone, and on windy days it fills with kitesurfers, which makes the lagoon dangerous for swimmers. The fenced dunes behind the beach are off limits. Dogs are allowed. The BLOW Beach House pavilion and kite school is just beyond the northern boundary.
Getting there
Use the Kijkduin strandslag 1 beach access south of the Kijkduin resort, then walk south along the beach to pole 108 and the signs. naaktstrandje.nl lists free parking about 1 km away and bike parking 400-700 m away, and puts the nearest bus stop about 25 minutes away. The beach is not suitable for people with limited mobility, and there is no lifeguard on the nude section; the nearest post is about 650 m north.
Amenities
Legal context
The Municipality of The Hague lists Kijkduin from pole 108 toward Monster (access strandslag 1) as one of its nude recreation areas (checked 2026). Nudity is not allowed on every pavilion terrace, and the fenced dunes behind the beach are closed to visitors.
Naturism at Naaktstrand Kijkduin sits under Netherlands's rules for officially designated nude beaches — explicit protection inside the marked area.
Full country law: Netherlands public nudity guide.
Naturist status confirmed against an official source on 24 October 2026.
Location
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Approx. 52.0551, 4.1969
Visitor tips
- 1 Official designation: nudity is protected inside the marked area.
- 2 Towel, water, sunscreen. Sit on your own towel.
- 3 No photos without clear consent.
- 4 Check access, tides, and parking before you go.
- 5 House rules and local custom can be stricter than the law.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Kijkduin an official nude beach?
Yes. The Municipality of The Hague designates the beach from pole 108 toward Monster as a nude recreation area.
Where do I enter?
Use the Kijkduin strandslag 1 access and walk south to pole 108.
Can I swim there?
Swimming is limited: the Zandmotor lagoon almost dries out at low tide and is busy with kitesurfers on windy days. There is no lifeguard on the nude section.
Are dogs allowed?
Yes, dogs are allowed on this section, subject to the city's seasonal beach rules.
Is it connected to Monster nude beach?
Yes, the Monster nude beach in Westland adjoins it directly to the south.
Sources
Important
Beach status changes. Verify current conditions before you go. This is guidance, not legal advice.
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