Can my dog go on the beach in the Netherlands?

Many Dutch beaches welcome dogs, but the rules vary by season and municipality. In winter (usually October 1 to April 1) dogs may run off-leash; in summer leash rules or time-of-day bans apply.

When is my dog allowed off-leash on the beach?

On most Dutch beaches dogs are allowed off-leash between October 1st and March 31st. Outside this window leash laws or partial bans usually apply.

Which Dutch beaches are dog-friendly year-round?

Some beaches — typically away from busy resort towns — allow dogs year-round. Check the map above for today's status of each individual beach.

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Dog beaches in the Netherlands

Can my dog go to the beach today? This map shows every dog-friendly beach in the Netherlands with today's rule: off-leash, on-leash, or not allowed.

How dog rules work on Dutch beaches

On most Dutch beaches dogs are allowed off-leash from October 1st through March 31st. In the summer dogs are usually only welcome on a leash, or banned between 10:00 and 19:00. Rules vary per municipality — always check the specific beach.

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go on the beach in the Netherlands?: Many Dutch beaches welcome dogs, but the rules vary by season and municipality. In winter (usually October 1 to April 1) dogs may run off-leash; in summer leash rules or time-of-day bans apply.
When is my dog allowed off-leash on the beach?: On most Dutch beaches dogs are allowed off-leash between October 1st and March 31st. Outside this window leash laws or partial bans usually apply.
Which Dutch beaches are dog-friendly year-round?: Some beaches — typically away from busy resort towns — allow dogs year-round. Check the map above for today's status of each individual beach.

Dog beaches in the Netherlands

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