Welcome in the Kop

The Kop van Noord-Holland is a part of Holland that is truly authentic. The Kop statistically has the most sunshine, beautiful sandy beaches, an amazing and diverse hinterland and is surrounded by three coasts: North Sea, Wadden Sea and IJsselmeer.

Explore fresh fish in Den Helder or Den Oever, West Frisian Folklore in the market town of Schagen, and the Wadden Sea UNESCO World Heritage Site. There are 115 hiking trails with a total length of 777 kilometres and endless cycling routes through the dunes and various villages. The coastline spans an impressive 30 kilometres with special beaches for families and internationally renowned hotspots for kitesurfing.

Tulips in the Kop

From mid-March to mid-May, the Kop van Noord-Holland transforms into an impressive sea of flowers. This is home to the largest continuous flower bulb growing area in the world: 20 kilometers filled with blooming tulips, hyacinths, and daffodils.

Cycle or walk along the colorful fields, stay overnight among the tulips, and experience the ultimate spring feeling in colorful Holland.

Visit the tulip fields

Texel

Den Helder

Schagen

Hollands Kroon