Scheveningen'Zuid'

Scheveningen Zuid is a well-known surf spot on the Dutch North Sea coast, south of the main Scheveningen beach area in The Hague.

Quick description

• Type of wave: Beach break
• Best for: Beginners to advanced surfers depending on swell size
• Wave quality: Usually inconsistent, but can produce fun, punchy waves when the right swell and wind line up
• Bottom: Sandy
• Crowd: Can get busy, especially on decent surf days because it’s close to a major city and one of the most popular surf areas in the Netherlands

Conditions

• Swell: Works best with NW to W swells, common for the North Sea
• Wind: Offshore winds are typically from the E or SE; light winds are best
• Tide: Tide can have a big effect on quality; many surfers prefer mid tide, but it depends on sandbank shape
• Water temperature: Cold most of the year, so a thick wetsuit is usually needed

Atmosphere

Scheveningen Zuid has a lively, urban beach feel with a strong local surf scene. It’s easy to access, with plenty of facilities nearby, and is popular for surfing, kitesurfing, and beach recreation.

Notes

• Sandbanks shift often, so conditions can change a lot from week to week.
• It’s a good spot to check if you want a surf session close to The Hague.
• Expect North Sea chop if winds are onshore.