A side-by-side look at two of the Netherlands' favourite nature spots — so you can pick the one that fits your trip.
The closest North Sea beach to Amsterdam — wide sands, surf schools and beach clubs.
View Zandvoort Beach →A vast forest park three times the size of New York's Central Park.
View Amsterdamse Bos →Smart picks generated from ratings, reviews, price and setting.
Zandvoort Beach scores 5/5 for family-friendliness with kid-friendly facilities.
Amsterdamse Bos edges ahead with 4.7★ and a more intimate experience.
Amsterdamse Bos is outdoor and a smart choice when it pours.
Free for 2 hrs — strong euro-per-hour on Zandvoort Beach.
Amsterdamse Bos leads with 12,100 reviews from travelers.