Every year, many cruise ships anchor in the port of IJmuiden. Many cruise guests choose to spend a day in Amsterdam. But there is also a lot to discover and experience in IJmuiden itself. Do you choose to stay near the ship? Then you are welcome in IJmuiden.
IJmuiden is a place of raw beauty. The harbour and its industry lend it a bit of an edge; the beach is ideal for adventurous wind and water sports. Its wide dunes are dotted with bunkers and every once in a while a gigantic container ship passes by on the horizon. A unique site to marvel at your surroundings: IJmuiden is raw seaside beauty!
A dynamic port on the North Sea at the mouth of the North Sea Canal. What makes IJmuiden such a special place? Eating fish at one of the seafood restaurants, watching ships at the top of the port, walking across the largest sea lock in the world or visiting the Zee- en Havenmuseum, Forteiland and the Bunker Museum.
IJmuiden offers a multitude of unique opportunities for wind and water sports: on the beach, in the sea and from the Seaport Marina in IJmuiden aan Zee. Experience the power of the wind when blokarting on the beach or grab a surfboard and surf the unique waves near the pier.
Discover the historical secrets of the old village Velsen-Zuid and the estates of Velsen. Walk or cycle through the Spaarnwoude Recreation Area that also offers all manner of exciting outdoor sports.
