Scheveningen: Guided Walking Tour
ID: GYG909609-1424003
Category:
Country: Netherlands
Duration:
01:00 hours
Description
Discover the history of Scheveningen on a guided walking tour. Learn about the development of the seaside resort from a small spa to a modern resort.
Discover the history of Scheveningen on a guided walking tour. Explore the modern seaside resort with a long, sandy beach, an esplanade, a pier, and a lighthouse. Learn about the history of the area as you walk through the city.
The seaside resort of Scheveningen developed from 1818 from a small spa to an increasingly becoming leading resort. The fishing village of Scheveningen already counted many inns throughout the centuries; the large hotels arose at the end of the 20th century on the coast line of the seaside resort.
In 1470, a heavy storm destroyed the church and half the houses. The village was again hit by storms in 1570, 1775, 1825, 1860, 1881, and 1894. After this last storm, the villagers decided to build a harbor. Until then, the fishing boats had had a flat bottom (bomschuiten), and were pulled up the beach. By around 1870, over 150 of these boats were in use. Once the harbor had been constructed in 1904, more modern ships replaced the bomschuiten.
Highlights
- Discover the history of Scheveningen, a modern seaside resort
- See the long sandy beach, esplanade, pier, and lighthouse
- Learn about the development of the seaside resort from a small spa
- Hear about the fishing village of Scheveningen and its many inns
- Find out how the village was hit by storms and how the villagers reacted
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable walking shoes
Check the weather forecast and dress appropriately
Bring a camera to capture the scenic views
Water is recommended to stay hydrated during the tour
in front of kurhause hotel, if you can't find it? please call me.
INCLUDED
- Guided tour of Scheveningen
- History and stories of the area
- Visit to the beach, esplanade, pier, and lighthouse
- Insights into local water sports and fishing history
NOT INCLUDED
- Meals and drinks
- Transportation to/from Scheveningen
- Entrance fees to any attractions
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
