Bloemendaal

Bloemendaal

Gemeente Bloemendaal

Where nature and history meet

Bloemendaal exudes tranquillity, history and nature. In the stately avenues and historic country estates, you can sense the region’s rich history. Estates such as Elswout and Duin en Kruidberg are a reminder of the time when Amsterdam merchants built their summer residences here, surrounded by woods and dunes.

Between the village centres of Bloemendaal, Overveen, Aerdenhout, Bennebroek and Vogelenzang, you’ll discover a landscape that is constantly changing: from green parks and villa villages to vast dunes that gradually merge into the sea.

Explore at your own pace

Bloemendaal invites you to get out and about. Stroll through the woods of Zuid-Kennemerland National Park, cycle along winding dune paths or follow the Zeeweg towards the beach.

The routes take you past tranquil nature reserves, stately country houses and charming village centres. Along the way, there’s always a lovely spot to take a break: a terrace in the village, a beach pavilion by the sea or a hidden spot amidst the greenery.

Culture between woods and dunes

Bloemendaal also has plenty to offer culturally. At the Caprera open-air theatre, tucked away in the dunes, you can enjoy music, theatre and special performances under the stars.

You’ll also find galleries, local events and special places in the municipality, such as Thijsse’s Hof, a botanical garden where Dutch nature takes centre stage.

Beach, nature and village life close by

In Bloemendaal, everything is within easy reach. Within minutes of leaving the village, you can be in the woods, the dunes or on the beach at Bloemendaal aan Zee.

Here, tranquil nature reserves alternate with lively beach pavilions. Whether you want to walk, swim, cycle or simply get some fresh air: the combination of nature, culture and village life makes Bloemendaal a place where you discover something new every day.

Bloemendaal is green, stylish and relaxed. A municipality where nature and culture complement each other and where you’ll always find space to catch your breath.

Routes in and around Bloemendaal

Weather forecast for Bloemendaal

Overcast, 17.1°C

Wind speed: 5.3 knots / 9.8 km/h
Wind direction: West

The weather in Bloemendaal

Bloemendaal is a lovely place to be outdoors all year round. In spring, the country estates and dunes come into bloom; in summer, the beach at Bloemendaal aan Zee and the beach pavilions beckon. Autumn turns the woods of Zuid-Kennemerland National Park golden, and in winter the dune landscape becomes quiet and vast.
Hop on your bike and head for the sea, walk through the dunes or stroll along the beach. Do bear in mind the wind coming in from the sea and take an extra layer with you for the dunes. That way, you can enjoy Bloemendaal in every season.