Scheveningen, Seaside resort and surf spot in The Hague, Netherlands
Scheveningen is a surf spot and district on the North Sea coast in The Hague where several breakwaters divide the shoreline. Waves break at different points depending on wind direction and tide, so beginners and advanced surfers can enter the water side by side.
The settlement relied on herring fishing for centuries before bathers in the 19th century turned the village into a popular seaside resort. After World War II reconstruction brought new momentum for tourism and water sports along the coast.
Local surf schools maintain strong connections with the North Sea traditions through educational programs about maritime heritage and water safety.
Winter months often bring stronger waves from storms over the North Sea, while summer tends to be flatter. Those who check tide and wind forecasts can time their visit for the best conditions matching their skill level.
The pier extends far into the North Sea and alters the wave shape on its southwest side where water sometimes wraps around the pilings. This rotation creates surprising directions that do not occur on other beach sections.
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