Where should we make photos? The Netherlands has a lot to offer. I travel through the country to discover the most beautiful photo locations so you can get the best and memorable results during your photoshoot! Think about the coast, the forest and the dunes which are beautiful all year round. Some are even more beautiful with the seasons!
Which one is your favorite photoshoot location?
Noord Holland
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Bloemendaal aan Zee
Weather it’s spring, a hot day during summer or a cold day in winter, the beach is always a good idea for a photoshoot!
Obviously there are many great beaches out there and you will find a few in this blog, but this is the most popular photo session location! It’s very easy accessible, you have dunes and the beach, the sunsets are amazing and you can warm up after with a nice warm cup of tea/coffee or a hot cacao in one of the cafe’s.
Activity suggestion: bring clothes that can get wet so we can enjoy the water!
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Bergen aan Zee
The perfect place to enjoy nature…
I love this location! When you are up for a short walk through the nature, dunes and over the beach this is just the right place for you!
Activity suggestion: bring clothes that can get wet so we can enjoy the water!
Activity suggestion: bring clothes that can get wet so we can enjoy the water!
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Amsterdam
Parks, architecture and canals. Amsterdam has much to offer for a photoshoot!
I see Amsterdam mostly as a big busy tourist attraction, but it definitely has it’s charms and beautiful spots! Because the city is a bit bigger I like to discuss with you what you like about Amsterdam so I can make a personal location route for you.
Activity suggestion: rent a bike and enjoy the streets of Amsterdam!
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Hargen aan zee
This place has so much variety! You can choose dunes, heather and beautiful nature. But just a little walk further and you are at a very beautiful beach with dunes.
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Nationaal park Kennemerland
On the way towards Bloemendaal aan Zee there is a National Park called Kennemerland. An amazing place with dunes, forest and lakes. Since the park is big we can discuss beforehand what type of area you like so I know exactly where to bring you during your photoshoot!
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Amsterdamse Waterleidingduinen
Another gem close to Bloemendaal aan Zee. There is not a single time I have left this place without seeing deers! They are not shy either so there is a big chance I can have them on the background in your picture! There is a very small entrance fee which you can pay online at the gate.
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Rozen & Radijs
This indoor garden center has a small botanical garden in the back and it’s beautiful!
This hidden gem is close to Amsterdam and is a very peaceful and green location. You can book your 1h photoshoot slot for just 45 euro!
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Amsterdamse bos
Forest, lakes and my favorite place in spring: the blossom park! I do recommend to go EARLY, and with early I mean sunrise early. This place is very busy but it’s totally worth the early wake up alarm.
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Elswout
Elswout has a beautiful park and forest where you can walk around and enjoy the nature. In spring there is a beautiful field full with flowers.
Utrecht
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Soesterduinen
Close to Utrecht you can find this beautiful location full with sand dunes and forest which makes your photo session very diverse. Because it’s an open space you can enjoy a good golden hour here!
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Schalkwijk
This location is absolutely stunning in spring! Highly recommended around April and May if you want to enjoy the flowers. When you go off season it’s a beautiful green area.
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Haarrijnse Plas
Close to the city you can find this lake. Enjoy the water, green surroundings and beautiful sunset!
Activity suggestion: bring a cloth, some drinks and have a cosy picnick!
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Hoorneboegse Heide
When you think about heather moorland in the Netherlands most think about the Veluwe. This place close to Hilversum is a great alternative to enjoy the beautiful purple oase of heather moorland combined with a beautiful forest!
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Utrecht
Utrecht is a beautiful city which has a lot to offer. Parks, canals, the typical Dutch streets and let’s not forget about the Dom Tower! Maybe even get an ice cream from the ice car in front of it… Yum!
Activity suggestion: rent a Kayak and paddle through the canals!
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Pandhof van de Dom
The Pandhof is the monastery garden of the Dom Church. This hidden garden is situated between the Dom Church and the University Hall, and it’s a lovely idyllic spot full of flowers and herbs.
Zuid Holland
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Hortus Botanicus
Enjoy the beautiful gardens and green houses of Hortus Leiden. This location is beautiful all year round and is perfect for rainy days.
Entrance fee: 8 euro
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Scheveningen
A beautiful big beach close to the Hague. This beach is unique for its ferry wheel which gives a great beach vibe!
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Park Clingendael
The Clingendael Estate is open all year round and freely accessible.
Clingendael is one of the most beautiful estates in the Netherlands. The park located between The Hague and Wassenaar has an eventful history. Since the sixteenth century, various garden and landscape architects have contributed towards the look and atmosphere of this country estate. In the 19th century the garden architect Zocher replaced the garden’s original French design by the English landscape style that was so popular in those days. Later the garden was turned into an Old Dutch park and a Japanese garden was added to it. Behind Huys Clingendael residence lies a large playground and field where children play and families enjoy picnics. There are several walking routes you can follow and there is also a tearoom you can visit for a cup of tea or coffee with apple pie or an ice cream.
Ameland
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Strand Hollum
Beaches, dunes and a beautiful lighthouse. When you are in the right season there is a big chance you will see seals!
Activity suggestion: rent a bike and explore the island! Or join one of the mud walking tours and look for seals.
Gelderland
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Ginkelse Heide
Close to the Veluwe you can find this beautiful spot! It’s very easy accessible and beautiful all year round. When you want to enjoy the purple colors the best time to go is mid August until mid September.
This is just a handful of beautiful locations in the Netherlands.
I’m always happy to discover more places, do you feel like a place must be added to this list? Send me a message!
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