What to Experience in Wijk aan Zee: Events & Activities
Below, you'll find our selection of the finest events in Wijk aan Zee and the surrounding region. Especially in the summer, there are almost daily festivities, ranging from markets and folklore to music performances and sporting events. Yet, even outside the summer season, there's plenty to enjoy in terms of varied activities.
Lifeboat Day
Each year, the Royal Netherlands Sea Rescue Institution (KNRM) opens the doors of its rescue stations during the annual Lifeboat Day. This event offers a unique opportunity to take a peek behind the scenes. What's on at Lifeboat Day? - Educational Activities: Learn all about the rescue work and the equipment used, ...
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National Mill Day
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The National Windmill Day, held annually on a weekend in May, is the perfect opportunity to admire hundreds of working windmills across the Netherlands up close. Since 1973, this event has celebrated our country’s rich windmill heritage and paid tribute to these iconic structures. What can you expect during the National ...
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Car Boot Sale
Dive into the cosy atmosphere of the Car Boot Sale (Kofferbakmarkt) on the large village green in Wijk aan Zee. A unique market experience where you can find treasures among second-hand items and attic clear-outs. What can you expect at the Car Boot Sale? - Unique Finds: Browse through a wide assortment of second-hand ...
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Bunker Day
Along the coast of Wijk aan Zee, traces of the Second World War can still be found. Dive into the past and experience history up close during Bunker Day, a unique event that opens the doors to the hidden bunkers along the Dutch coast. From Zeeland to the Wadden Islands, discover the remnants of the Second World War and the Atlantic Wa ...
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Car Boot Sale
Dive into the cosy atmosphere of the Car Boot Sale (Kofferbakmarkt) on the large village green in Wijk aan Zee. A unique market experience where you can find treasures among second-hand items and attic clear-outs. What can you expect at the Car Boot Sale? - Unique Finds: Browse through a wide assortment of second-hand ...
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Fisheries Day
Every year, Egmond aan Zee celebrates its maritime heritage on a Saturday in June during the Fisheries Day. Around the Pompplein, the village’s fishing history comes to life with music, traditional crafts, and of course, delicious fish dishes. A day full of nostalgia, stories, and maritime traditions! What can you ...
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Car Boot Sale
Dive into the cosy atmosphere of the Car Boot Sale (Kofferbakmarkt) on the large village green in Wijk aan Zee. A unique market experience where you can find treasures among second-hand items and attic clear-outs. What can you expect at the Car Boot Sale? - Unique Finds: Browse through a wide assortment of second-hand ...
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Car Boot Sale
Dive into the cosy atmosphere of the Car Boot Sale (Kofferbakmarkt) on the large village green in Wijk aan Zee. A unique market experience where you can find treasures among second-hand items and attic clear-outs. What can you expect at the Car Boot Sale? - Unique Finds: Browse through a wide assortment of second-hand ...
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Open Monuments Day in Wijk aan Zee
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Every year, on a weekend in September, many monuments in the Netherlands open their doors to the public. The participating monuments in Wijk aan Zee can be recognised by the Open Monuments Day flag, with the logo as depicted here. It offers the rare opportunity to visit historical buildings, churches, windmills, residences, and ma ...
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Car Boot Sale
Dive into the cosy atmosphere of the Car Boot Sale (Kofferbakmarkt) on the large village green in Wijk aan Zee. A unique market experience where you can find treasures among second-hand items and attic clear-outs. What can you expect at the Car Boot Sale? - Unique Finds: Browse through a wide assortment of second-hand ...
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National Museum Week
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The National Museum Week is an annual event where hundreds of museums throughout the Netherlands open their doors to celebrate the rich culture, art, and history of the country. This event offers a unique opportunity to discover the hidden treasures and famous collections of Dutch museums. From historical artefacts to ...
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Car Boot Sale
Dive into the cosy atmosphere of the Car Boot Sale (Kofferbakmarkt) on the large village green in Wijk aan Zee. A unique market experience where you can find treasures among second-hand items and attic clear-outs. What can you expect at the Car Boot Sale? - Unique Finds: Browse through a wide assortment of second-hand ...
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2026
Shell Counting Day
On Saturday, 22 March 2025, we will once again head en masse to the beaches to count shells! In 2024, enthusiastic participants counted nearly 50,000 shells together – will you help break that record? What is Shell Counting Day? - Open to everyone: Whether you're a seasoned shell expert or joining for the first time, ...
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National Museum Week
Begin april
The National Museum Week is an annual event where hundreds of museums throughout the Netherlands open their doors to celebrate the rich culture, art, and history of the country. This event offers a unique opportunity to discover the hidden treasures and famous collections of Dutch museums. From historical artefacts to ...
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Car Boot Sale
Dive into the cosy atmosphere of the Car Boot Sale (Kofferbakmarkt) on the large village green in Wijk aan Zee. A unique market experience where you can find treasures among second-hand items and attic clear-outs. What can you expect at the Car Boot Sale? - Unique Finds: Browse through a wide assortment of second-hand ...