The North Sea coast is a popular tourist destination, especially in Belgium, Holland, and Denmark. Britain also has many busy sea resorts on its eastern seaboard. Prevailing sturdy winds make windsurfing and sailing very popular water sports, while on land active tourists enjoy mudflat hiking, recreational fishing and bird watching. The North Sea Trail links seven countries around the North Sea.
The North Sea coast has long been considered a salubrious atmosphere; 19th century travellers visited the area for curative and restorative holidays. The fresh sea air, moderate to cool temperatures, salt water and sunshine are believed to bolster the body's immune system, circulation, and improve the skin and the respiratory system.
The coastal route in Norway between Kristiansand and Haugesund is renowned for its magnificent and varied views of the North Sea. After leaving the town of Kristiansand, head northwest. You will soon leave behind the gentle landscape of Southern Norway and enter into Fjord Norway proper. The North Sea Road climbs as it winds its way past the dramatic Jøssingfjord.
After leaving the town of Kristiansand, head northwest. You will soon leave behind the gentle landscape of Southern Norway and enter into Fjord Norway proper. The North Sea Road climbs as it winds its way past the dramatic Jøssingfjord.
The North Sea Road continues into lively Stavanger, European City of Culture in 2008. You can continue by ferry to the charming fishing village of Skudeneshavn on Karmøy. A little further, at the end of the journey, lies Haugesund, with a memorial to Harald Fairhair, who in 872 gathered Norway into one kingdom.
Great diversity and short distances are the main characteristics of Denmark, and even though Denmark is one of the smallest in Europe, great experiences await you.
North Jutland is famous not only for its fabulously rich scenery and an extra amount of sunshine. It is also a unique place to visit, since the three seas meet here at Skagen - the tip of Denmark.
South Zealand, Lolland, Falster, and Møn are some of the most beautiful and peaceful areas in the world’s oldest kingdom: Møns Klint with its white cliffs is thought by many to be Denmark’s greatest natural attraction.
West Zealand boasts some of the finest and most impressive scenery in the whole of Denmark. The beaches are of the highest quality and are to be found everywhere in this region.
It was Archbishop Absalon who in 1167 founded the city we now know as Copenhagen. And his choice of location was far more visionary than he could have known at the time.
Belgium boasts fantastic biking tours along the coast, mainly thanks to its network of old railway lines that have now been ripped up and converted into cycle and walking paths. They also boast the main touristic towns of Belgium.
Bordering with the North Sea and Wadden Sea, Holland has hundreds of kilometers of great coast. It is the perfect place to enjoy the sun, explore the sandy nature, catch a wave or have a good seafood dinner in one of the nice seaside resorts.
The beach of Bloemendaal aan Zee houses a large number of trendy pavilions mostly frequented by youngsters. However, this seaside resort in the province of North Holland is also being discovered by families with children.
Bloemendaal is renowned in the Netherlands for its beautiful residences. Cycle through the wonderfully elegant districts and be prepared to be amazed. Besides modern houses, the mansions and estates that were built at the turn of the century lend a particular appeal to this district.
France has an array of museums, castles, historic sites, aquariums and archaeological ruins to nourish your brain while filling your lungs with invigorating sea air! Keen to head to the coast for a complete change of scenery? The bracing air and sea spray will provide just the tonic! But that's not all - the French coast is also home to numerous museums and tourist sights where you can get to grips with the local culture. Time for a holiday for both body and mind!