Julianadorp offers a range of reasons to visit: Julianadorp aan Zee’s northernmost beach, protected dunes, seasonal flower gardens and surfing lessons by the sea. There is also local history, a park and cycling options connected with the Second World War. Each offers a different focus—from flowers in spring to historical traces along a cycling route.
Beach and dunes
Strandslag Zandloper is the northernmost beach of Julianadorp aan Zee. The Julianadorp Tour offers a glimpse of the dune landscape: its final kilometres pass through protected dunes. Along the sheltered walking path, individual dune tops offer panoramic views of the polder and the North Sea. Those interested in the landscape will find both a specifically named beach and a described stretch of dunes with views in two directions.
Flower gardens and seasonal offerings
In spring, Floratuin Julianadorp displays a flowering showcase garden featuring the latest range of flower bulbs. These include daffodils, tulips, hyacinths and other bulbous plants. The display is seasonal, and its details may change. If the flower show is a deciding factor for your trip, plan your visit for the spring period.
Hundreds of tulip varieties grow together in Floratuin’s Tulip Picking Garden; this garden is also seasonal. Floratuin also offers a range of flower-focused workshops and guided tours of the business by appointment. Before visiting, check whether workshops are available and book a tour in advance.
Surfing lessons by the sea
At Surfschool High5 Julianadorp, participants learn the basics of surfing right by the sea. Lessons start on the beach at Pavilion Paal 6. Courses are offered in Dutch, German or English. When planning a surfing lesson, the language and schedule are practical considerations; language options, timetables and surf conditions may vary. Check the current course options before your visit.
Local history and cycling
In 1909, landowner Pieter Loopuyt established Julianadorp as a village for agricultural workers in the polder landscape of Het Koegras. The village was named after Princess Juliana, who had been born that spring. The story of its founding links the village’s name to its origins in the polder landscape and its original purpose as a settlement for agricultural workers.
Two M219-type bunkers stand high in the dunes along a cycling route in Julianadorp. They were built specifically for naval guns from the decommissioned German warship Gneisenau II. The Doortraproute Julianadorp passes various remnants of the Second World War, including bunkers in the Den Helder area. The subject of wartime history can thus be encountered both in the bunker architecture and along this cycling route.
Paths and greenery in Loopuytpark
Loopuytpark has walking paths, green spaces and open areas for relaxing. This makes it a different focus from surfing lessons, flower gardens or cycling: paths, greenery and open spaces in the park.
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