Beach & coast
A beach day in Petten, Callantsoog or Sint Maartenszee
From Warmenhuizen, head to Petten, Callantsoog or Sint Maartenszee for a beach day. In Petten, combine the sea and dunes. Callantsoog has a long, wide beach with several beach cafés. Sint Maartenszee is an option for a day on the sand with children. What suits your plans?
Which beach near Warmenhuizen suits your day?
Petten, Callantsoog and Sint Maartenszee feature in Visit Kop van Holland’s family beach guide. Do you want to walk or mainly stay on the beach? The comparison below helps you choose.
| Beach | Features | Choose this if… |
|---|---|---|
| Petten | A beach beside a dune area | You want to combine walking through the dunes with time by the sea. |
| Callantsoog | A wide, long beach with several beach cafés | You want to finish a beach walk with a break at a beach café. |
| Sint Maartenszee | A wide sandy beach with a family atmosphere | You want to spend most of your day with children on the beach. |
Petten: walking between beach and dunes
In Petten, walk through the dunes first and then head to the beach. Visit Kop van Holland also describes a lagoon in the dune area. Read Visit Kop van Holland’s description of Petten.
Bring something to eat and find a lunch spot after your walk. With children, a walk starting and ending at the same beach entrance is useful. Leave enough energy for the way back.
Callantsoog: a long beach walk with a break
For a long walk by the sea, head to Callantsoog. Walk along the wide beach and stop at a beach café for coffee or lunch. Check whether your chosen café is open that day.
Set off in one direction from the beach entrance and turn back whenever you feel like it. Windy day? Remember that the return walk may feel different. Afterwards, you can explore the village.
Sint Maartenszee: room for a beach day with children
Visit Kop van Holland describes Sint Maartenszee as a wide sandy beach with a family atmosphere. The guide mentions the beach cafés Noord and NewZuid. Bring a bucket and spade if the children like building sandcastles.
Agree on an easy-to-recognise meeting point at the beach entrance. Want to swim? Pay attention to the conditions and instructions on the beach. The sea can be dangerous even at a family beach.
What should you check before leaving?
- Beach entrance and parking: choose the exact entrance where you want to start and check the local information.
- Weather and wind: adapt your walk and the clothing you bring accordingly.
- Dogs: check the rules for your chosen beach entrance and the season.
- Beach café: check whether your planned stop is open on your visit day.
DuinDromen is in Warmenhuizen. Check your route to the chosen beach entrance before leaving; distance and journey time depend on the entrance and your transport. After your beach day, your own bungalow with a garden awaits. Looking for a longer nature walk? Explore the Schoorlse Duinen.
Frequently asked questions
Which beach should I choose for a day with children from Warmenhuizen?
Petten, Callantsoog and Sint Maartenszee all feature in Visit Kop van Holland’s family beach guide. Choose Petten to combine dunes and beach, Callantsoog for a beach walk with a café stop, or Sint Maartenszee for a day on a wide sandy beach.
Can I bring my dog to these beaches?
Dog rules vary by beach entrance and season. Check the visitor information for your chosen beach and read the signs at the entrance. A rule for one beach does not necessarily apply to Petten, Callantsoog or Sint Maartenszee.
Which beach is best for a long walk?
For a long beach walk, head to Callantsoog: Visit Kop van Holland describes the beach as wide and long. Petten suits a combination of beach and dunes. Choose between walking by the sea and exploring the dune area.
Sources & current information
DuinDromen compiled this guide using the official sources below. Day plans and suggestions to help you choose are our own. Before you leave, check the provider’s current rules, opening hours and calendar.
- Visit Kop van Holland: family beach comparison and features
- Visit Kop van Holland: coast and beach guide
Information checked and text updated on 13 October 2026.