Callassande

Wijngaard Koopman is located in the North Holland polder and is one of the few vineyards in the region. Visit the vineyard during the growing season and see how the grapes ripen in a landscape you would not immediately associate with wine: flat, with a sea breeze that moves the leaves. Tastings are available, where you can get acquainted with white and rosé wines that are pressed here on the spot. A visit also makes for a good stop during a cycling tour through the polder.

From Den Helder, you can be on the ferry to Texel within twenty minutes, the largest Wadden Island in the Netherlands. Rent a bike and discover expansive dune landscapes, atmospheric villages, sheep meadows, and the characteristic dikes. Also visit Ecomare, where you can get to know seals, porpoises, and the unique nature of the Wadden Sea up close. Along the way, you’ll find cozy beach pavilions and beautiful viewpoints over the sea. Whether you choose an active bike ride, a beach walk, or a relaxing lunch with a view of the Wadden Sea, a day on Texel is a perfect addition to your holiday. Just keep in mind some extra waiting time for the ferry during the peak season.

The North Holland coast near Callantsoog is a popular destination for surfers and other water sports enthusiasts. Thanks to the constant sea breeze and the waves, this is an excellent place to learn to surf, bodyboard, or further develop your surf skills. At the beach access point Callantsoog Noord, various surf schools are active during the season, where both beginners and advanced surfers can go for lessons and equipment rental. Kite surfers also know how to find the coast thanks to the favorable wind conditions. Would you rather keep both feet on the sand? Then take a long beach walk, enjoy the view over the North Sea, or settle down at one of the cozy beach pavilions. In this way, you combine sport, relaxation, and the real holiday feeling during a wonderful day at the sea.