Enjoy an unforgettable stay in the northern tip of North Holland
Trips in and around Julianadorp
- 500 meters from the sandy beach
- Close to Den Helder and Alkmaar
- Wide choice of various (water sports) activities
- Colorful bulb fields in spring
Experience the best trips in and around Julianadorp during your stay at Dormio Villapark Duynzicht. This beautiful area has everything you need for an unforgettable holiday in the northern tip of North Holland. Explore the vast and clean sandy beaches, go on an adventure through the peaceful dune landscape, and visit charming villages or cities. Golf and water sports enthusiasts can also indulge here. Discover our tips for the best trips below and make your stay in Julianadorp unforgettable!
Enjoy the beautiful sandy beach
Just 500 meters from the villa park, you will find the wide sandy beach of Julianadorp; one of the cleanest beaches in the Netherlands! The beach has received the international environmental award, the Blue Flag, which guarantees a clean and safe beach. Take a relaxing beach walk and enjoy the beautiful views of the sea and the dune landscape. Of course, you can also sunbathe here, take a refreshing dip in the sea, or experience one of the many water sports. During the high season, there is a guarded beach post for an even safer holiday feeling. Moreover, it is pleasant to stay in the beach pavilion that is open all year round. The ultimate holiday feeling!
Strolling through the dunes
During your stay at Dormio Villapark Duynzicht, it is definitely worth exploring the beautiful dune landscape. The villa park is located right next to the vast dunes with the soft sandy beach behind them. Ideal for a relaxing walk or a challenging cycling adventure while enjoying a breathtaking view!
Admire the colorful Julianadorp
Did you know that Julianadorp was named in 1909 after the then newly born Crown Princess Juliana of der Nederlanden? Additionally, Julianadorp is known for its excellent location in the largest contiguous bulb flower area in the world. In spring, this area transforms into a beautiful scene with crocuses, daffodils, hyacinths, and many more colorful flowers. Moreover, in the Tulip Picking Garden, you can pick your own bouquet of tulips fresh from the field, with a choice of no less than 150 tulip varieties. A special activity in Julianadorp!
Explore the beautiful natural areas
There is no shortage of nature at the northern tip of North Holland! Just a 5-minute drive from the villa park is Mariëndal; a beautiful marshy area with low dunes, dune grasslands, water bodies, and many meadow birds. You can also encounter Scottish Highlanders, foxes, rabbits, and hares there.
Another nature reserve just a 10-minute drive away is the Zwanenwater, where you will find the two largest natural dune lakes in Western Europe. The dunes, heathlands, flower-rich grasslands, marshes, and dune lakes ensure that more than 360 plant and animal species live there. A special and protected Natura 2000 area that is definitely worth a visit!
A golf course in Julianadorp with an A-status
Are you a golf enthusiast? Then Julianadorp is the ideal holiday destination for you! Golf course Ooghduyne is located just a 4-minute drive from Dormio Villapark Duynzicht and features two 9-hole golf courses with an A-status. From the green fairways, you have views of the dunes and blooming flower fields in spring.
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Discover the naval city Den Helder
A day trip to Den Helder is essential during your stay. This city is also known as the naval city of the Netherlands and is just a 10-minute drive away. Discover the history of the Royal Navy at the Navy Museum, where you can admire more than 40,000 objects such as old uniforms and weapons of former sea heroes. You can also board historic warships here, including the only publicly accessible submarine in the Netherlands. Furthermore, the city owes its nickname as a naval city to its location by the North Sea, the Marsdiep, and the Wadden Sea, allowing you to enjoy local fish dishes excellently. A boat trip towards the Wadden Sea is also worthwhile. Who knows, you might pass a colony of seals along the way. In short, there is plenty to experience in the harbor city of Den Helder!
Dive into history at Fort Kijkduin
Visit the impressive Fort Kijkduin just a 10-minute drive from Dormio Villapark Duynzicht. Dive into history to the time of Napoleon and walk through the centuries-old corridors of this historic defense fort. In the museum, you will learn all about the interesting history and discover more about the Battle of Groote Keeten or the moment when the English army invaded the Batavian Republic. Explore the shooting gallery, the powder room, and the bunker route. Furthermore, you can visit the North Sea Aquarium where you will learn more about how animals live underwater and defend themselves. Tip: walk through the 15-meter-long tunnel through the aquarium to get an even better view of the underwater world and, among other things, sharks!
The most fun activities on the coast
The vast sandy beach and the sea at Julianadorp are perfect for all kinds of sporty (water sports) activities. Take, for example, a kite surfing lesson or enjoy the adrenaline during land sailing. Prefer to take it a bit easier? Then rent a SUP board to explore the beautiful surroundings from the water!
Explore the historic center of Alkmaar
Just a 35-minute drive from Dormio Villapark Duynzicht, you will find the versatile city of Alkmaar. Admire the unique charm of this city and stroll through the historic center with beautiful canals and centuries-old courtyards. Did you know that you can find no less than 32 windmills in the municipality of Alkmaar? An absolute must is a visit to Waagplein, where from March to September every Friday morning the Cheese Market takes place. This world-famous market is visited annually by thousands of visitors from all over the world. Discover even more interesting sights in Alkmaar, such as the Dutch Cheese Museum, the Waag Tower, the imposing Grote Sint-Laurenskerk, and the largest Beatles museum in the world!
Face to face with various animal species
Hoenderdaell Zoo is the second largest zoo in the Netherlands! It is located just a 20-minute drive from the villa park. Admire animal species such as the brown bear, Humboldt penguin, and condor. You will also find Stichting Leeuw here, the largest sanctuary for big cats in all of Europe, and SOS Dolphin, which is dedicated to the protection and conservation of cetaceans.
Tip: in some animal enclosures, you can walk freely, such as those of the mischievous ring-tailed lemurs! Who knows, the curious capuchin monkeys might come to see you up close, and you can feed the colorful and chatty loris a bowl of loris food.
Challenge yourself in the Climbing Valley
In the middle of the wooded nature reserve Mariëndal, just a 5-minute drive from the villa park, you will find the Climbing Valley. Young and old can have plenty of fun in this Eco-Climbing park with various obstacles at heights of 4 to 8 meters. But there is also plenty to experience on the ground such as canoeing, stand-up paddleboarding, archery, and klootschieten. In the Climbing Valley, you are guaranteed an adventurous day out for all ages!
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More fun excursions in Julianadorp and surroundings:
- Visit the charming seaside resort Callantsoog
- Enjoy indoor and outdoor play fun with your children at Speelpark de Goudvis in Sint Maartensvlotbrug
- Explore the City of the Golden Age: Hoorn
- Discover the market town Schagen and its Folklore market in the summer
- Experience water fun and covered play at the water park Holle Bolle Boom in Tuitjenhorn
- Take a boat trip for a day to Texel
Book your holiday villa in Julianadorp now
Do you want to enjoy the many fun excursions and all the beauty that Julianadorp and its beautiful surroundings have to offer? Then book a luxury holiday villa at Dormio Villapark Duynzicht. After an active day in the area, you can fully relax again in your comfortable holiday home equipped with all conveniences, including a private sauna. Everything you need for a relaxing stay at the northern tip of North Holland!