Callantsoog
One of the oldest and most beautiful seaside resorts
Callantsoog is known as one of the oldest and most beautiful seaside resorts in our country. When you have passed the high dunes, you can see the beautiful, wide sandy beach. The Blue Flag flies here, which stands for a clean and safe beach. In summer, the invitingly beautiful white beach awaits you. It is nice to relax on the beach of Callantsoog. At one of the many beach cafes you can enjoy lunch or an ice cream. A number of beach cafes are open all year round, so you can warm up there in the autumn after a fresh beach walk.
Walking & cycling in Callantsoog
The coast of Callantsoog
Put on your walking shoes and enter the Pettemer dunes. Here it is a sheltered walk in the bushes. Then you walk for miles on the beach, in good weather you can paddle for a while. The last part of the route you walk along the nature reserve Het Zwanenwater.
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Walking route through Zwanenwater
Enjoy orchids, butterflies and birds and in the autumn the wealth of mushrooms during the walking route through the Zwanenwater. There are also observation huts where you may be able to spot beautiful birds.
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A day of cycling around Callantsoog
Combine a day at the beach with a bike ride? This tour takes you to the seaside resort of Callantsoog and through the vast North Holland polders. Here you can get a breath of fresh air! The starting point of this route is Museumboerderij Tante Jaantje in Callantsoog. In the distance you can see the Groote Kaap lighthouse looming on the horizon.
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From Callantsoog to Den Helder and back again!
Would you like to see everything of the Noordkop in one day? Then this 40-kilometer bike ride is for you. The starting point is Callantsoog, but you also go all the way to the North to Den Helder and back to Callantsoog.
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Beach pavilion Woest
A holiday in Callantsoog is not complete without a visit to Strandrestaurant WOEST. Besides the sun, the sea and the beach, it is the ambiance, good menu, tasty wines and excellent service that make a visit to WOEST definitely worthwhile.
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Restaurant Dorpszicht
Restaurant Dorpszicht is the catering spot to feel at home. Be surprised and pampered in the warm atmosphere of the restaurant or the cozy conservatory. Enjoy an aperitif by the fireplace or at the bar.
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Beach pavilion de Strandtent
You can expect a sea view and a cozy, friendly atmosphere at Strandpaviljoen de Strandtent. In addition to lunch, dinner or just a chocolate milk in the winter, you can also go there to organize events, parties or meetings.
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Iegewies Eat & Drink
Iegewies Eat & Drink: as the name suggests, a bit stubborn. A cozy and contemporary restaurant in the middle of the square of Callantsoog.
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Grand Café de Foyer
Grand café de Foyer, the living room of Callantsoog, where young and old alike come in for a cup of fair-trade coffee to an extensive lunch or dinner. Grand-café de Foyer is located in the middle of the Dorpsplein, near the beach. The restaurant is spacious yet cozy. Children will have a great time in the play corner.
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Fletcher Badhotel Callantsoog
Badhotel Callantsoog is located in the top of North Holland, on the edge of the dunes and amidst beautiful other natural beauty. Thanks to its location, this 3-star hotel is the ideal location for your holiday and business meeting.
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Camping Tempelhof
Camping Tempelhof is a five star campsite in Callantsoog. The campsite is located in the middle of the characteristic North Holland landscape, including the extensive polders and flower bulb fields, attractive for walkers, cyclists, anglers and those seeking tranquility. The beautiful sandy beach of Callantsoog is just over a kilometer away.
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De Kust Holiday Homes
De Kust Holiday Homes specializes in the rental of apartments, holiday homes, bungalows and group accommodations in North Holland. View more information on the website to find your accommodation!
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Naturist beach
There is also room for naturists, just south is the first official nudist beach in the Netherlands. There is also a beach pavilion here.
Cozy center
The location of the center of Callantsoog is unique. From the beach, just up and down the dune and you arrive in the middle of the bustling, cozy center. There are many shops, cafes and restaurants around the beautiful village square. The shops are open all year round on Sundays. The Tante Jaantje museum farm is also located in the center. This can be visited from May to September. Are you coming by car? You can park your car for free in the public parking spaces!
Unique nature reserve
Slightly south in the dunes is the unique nature reserve Het Zwanenwater. The flora and fauna are invaluable and unique in the Netherlands. Very rare plants grow here. The two dune lakes are a source of nutrition for the many birds that find a nesting place here.
Overnight
This pleasant coastal town offers a wide range of accommodation options. From luxury campsites and bungalow parks to simpler and very affordable accommodations. In Callantsoog you have all the ingredients for a wonderful holiday!
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