Voorhout Travel Guide

City Town in South Holland, near the coast

Halfway between Leiden and Noordwijk, Voorhout sits amid bulb fields and straight dikes. Travelers pedal country lanes, time their trips for spring flower displays, and cross over to nearby beaches - simple Dutch countryside, small-town cafés, and a lot of reliable cycling routes.

Costs

Moderate: $90-120/day

Around $90-120 daily for hotels, dining, and easy transport to nearby cities.

Safety

Very safe

Typical Dutch small-town safety with very low crime and safe cycling routes.

Best Time

Best time: April-May

April and May are peak for tulip season and flower fields.

In This Guide

Why Visit Voorhout?
Top Things to Do
Plan Your Visit
Where to Stay
Where to Eat

Time

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Weather

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Population

4,670

Infrastructure & Convenience

Excellent trains and bike paths; very cycle-friendly and walkable with tourist info nearby.

Popularity

Quiet town used by tourists visiting Keukenhof and the bulb region.

Known For

bulb fields, proximity to Keukenhof, cycling, small-town charm, nearby dunes, horticulture, flower tourism, day-trip base

Voorhout lies in the Dutch Duin- en Bollenstreek, the heart of the bulb-growing region.

Why Visit Voorhout? #

Nestled in the Bollenstreek, Voorhout is a springtime magnet for its nearby bulb fields and quick trips to Keukenhof’s famous displays. Routes for cycling and walking link small estates, greenhouses and cafés where locals sip coffee amid floral scenery. Its central location between Haarlem and Leiden makes it an easy base for exploring Holland’s garden country by bike or train.

Top Things to Do in Voorhout

All Attractions ›

Rijksmuseum

Dutch national museum for art and history

Museum

Van Gogh Museum

Museum dedicated to Vincent van Gogh's artworks

Museum

Anne Frank House

Preserved Amsterdam house documenting Anne Frank's wartime diary

Museum

Keukenhof

Extensive spring flower park famous for tulip displays

Garden

Kinderdijk

Historic windmill complex and UNESCO World Heritage site

Administrative Seat

Vondelpark

Large urban park and Amsterdam recreational green space

Park

Zaanse Schans

Open-air museum of historic windmills and crafts

Museum

Mauritshuis

Small museum housing Dutch Golden Age paintings

Museum

Don't Miss

Slot Teylingen - Medieval castle ruins set in parkland with river views and walking paths.
Voorhout village centre - Pleasant village center with cafés, bakeries, and weekly market stalls.
Local cycling routes - Scenic cycling paths linking nearby bulb fields and coastal dune areas.

Hidden Gems

Small local nurseries - Plant nurseries selling bulbs and ornamentals, interesting to gardening enthusiasts.
Country lanes for cycling - Quiet backroads offering gentle rides through historic farmsteads and fields.
Community events at the castle - Seasonal fairs and historical reenactments hosted at Slot Teylingen grounds.

Day Trips

Keukenhof - Seasonal tulip gardens in nearby Lisse open each spring with colorful displays.
Leiden - Historic university city with canals, museums, and lively café culture.

Best Time to Visit Voorhout #

Voorhout is nicest in late spring and summer for cycling, flower fields, and relaxed coastal day trips. Expect typical Dutch maritime weather: mild, changeable, and often breezy year-round.

Winter

December - February · 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F)

Winter is mild and damp-quiet streets but frequent drizzle and grey skies; indoor cultural spots stay open for cozy visits.

Spring

March - May · 6°C to 18°C (43°F to 64°F)

Spring showcases bulb fields and mild cycling weather-occasional rain but comfortable days, perfect for day trips to coastal towns and terraces.

Summer

June - August · 15°C to 25°C (59°F to 77°F)

Warm summers are pleasant for beaches, cafés, and long daylight-bring a windbreaker for cool evenings and occasional festivals.

Best Time to Visit Voorhout #

Climate

Voorhout's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 0°C to 21°C. Moderate rainfall (814 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit

MayJulyAugust

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

33°

Warmest Month

-11°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

January

January is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

40 Poor

Comfort

3°

Feels Like Cold

3°C

Temperature

1° – 6°

91%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

68 mm

Rainfall

6.8 m/s

Wind

Breezy

0.0

UV Index

Low

8.1h daylight

February

February is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

44 Poor

Comfort

3°

Feels Like Cold

3°C

Temperature

0° – 6°

89%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

48 mm

Rainfall

6.1 m/s

Wind

Breezy

0.1

UV Index

Low

9.7h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

6°

Feels Like Cold

6°C

Temperature

2° – 9°

86%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

62 mm

Rainfall

6.2 m/s

Wind

Breezy

0.4

UV Index

Low

11.7h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

60 Good

Comfort

8°

Feels Like Cold

8°C

Temperature

4° – 12°

82%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

45 mm

Rainfall

5.4 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.8

UV Index

Moderate

13.8h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

12°

Feels Like Cool

12°C

Temperature

8° – 16°

80%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

46 mm

Rainfall

5.3 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.2

UV Index

High

15.5h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

64 Good

Comfort

15°

Feels Like Cool

15°C

Temperature

11° – 19°

79%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

67 mm

Rainfall

5.0 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.4

UV Index

High

16.5h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

66 Good

Comfort

17°

Feels Like Cool

17°C

Temperature

13° – 21°

78%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

67 mm

Rainfall

5.0 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.4

UV Index

High

16.0h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

66 Good

Comfort

17°

Feels Like Cool

17°C

Temperature

13° – 21°

78%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

62 mm

Rainfall

4.7 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.1

UV Index

High

14.5h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 11°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

62 Good

Comfort

14°

Feels Like Cool

14°C

Temperature

11° – 18°

80%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

88 mm

Rainfall

5.1 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.7

UV Index

Moderate

12.5h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

11°

Feels Like Cool

11°C

Temperature

7° – 14°

85%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

89 mm

Rainfall

5.6 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.3

UV Index

Low

10.4h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with 94 mm of rain, mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

7°

Feels Like Cold

7°C

Temperature

4° – 10°

89%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

94 mm

Rainfall

6.1 m/s

Wind

Breezy

0.1

UV Index

Low

8.6h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

40 Poor

Comfort

5°

Feels Like Cold

5°C

Temperature

2° – 7°

91%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

78 mm

Rainfall

6.4 m/s

Wind

Breezy

0.0

UV Index

Low

7.5h daylight

How to Get to Voorhout

Voorhout lies between Leiden and Haarlem in South Holland and is well connected by Dutch rail and local buses. Schiphol is the nearest major airport and NS train services stop at Voorhout station for fast connections to regional centres. Cycling and walking are also excellent for local travel.

By Air

Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS): Schiphol is the fastest international gateway for Voorhout. From Schiphol take an NS train to Leiden or Sassenheim and then a short bus or train connection to Voorhout; total travel time is about 25-45 minutes depending on connections. Train fares from Schiphol to Leiden are typically around €5-€7.

Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM): RTM offers some European flights; from RTM you can travel by train via The Hague or Leiden to Voorhout, total journey 40-70 minutes depending on transfers.

By Train & Bus

Train: Voorhout is served by Voorhout station on the Haarlem-Leiden/Amsterdam-Rotterdam corridor with direct Sprinter services; journey times to Leiden or Haarlem are typically under 15-25 minutes. NS trains are frequent and a convenient way to reach the town from Schiphol or Amsterdam.

Bus: Local Connexxion buses provide shorter links to neighbouring villages and to nearby railway stations. Use an OV-chipkaart for smooth transfers across trains and buses.

How to Get Around Voorhout #

Voorhout is compact and very cycle-friendly, so a bike is often the best way to get around. Buses connect to nearby towns and train stations (Leiden, Sassenheim); fares are modest under the Dutch OV system, while driving gives quicker access to the coast and nearby attractions.

Where to Stay in Voorhout #

Budget

Voorhout / Sassenheim - €50-100/night

Voorhout is small and mainly residential; budget travellers typically use nearby Sassenheim, Leiden or Noordwijk for wider accommodation choices.

Local B&Bs & small hotels (Voorhout) - Affordable guest rooms.
Budget deals at nearby Sassenheim - Good value near Voorhout.

Mid-Range

Sassenheim / Leiden area - €90-150/night

Mid-range hotels around Voorhout offer comfortable rooms and easy access to Leiden, the coast, and local transport links.

Van der Valk Hotel Sassenheim-Leiden - Modern, family-friendly facilities.
Fletcher Hotel Leiden - Comfortable and well-located.

Luxury

Noordwijk / Amsterdam - €180+/night

Voorhout has no five-star hotels; for luxury stays, head to the seaside resorts (Noordwijk) or Amsterdam, a short drive or train ride away.

Van der Valk Hotel Noordwijk - Upscale coastal hotel and spa.
Luxury Amsterdam hotels - High-end options a short train ride away.

Where to Eat in Voorhout #

Breakdown of cuisine types found across Voorhout's restaurants and food venues, based on OpenStreetMap data.

Pizza

Burger

Regional

Italian

Chinese

Kebab

Sushi

Friture

French

Indonesian

International

Thai

Greek

Chicken

Pancake

Japanese

Sandwich

Asian

Steak House

Fish

Nightlife in Voorhout #

Voorhout’s evening scene is small, with local bars and cafés rather than a dedicated nightlife district. For clubs and late-night venues, larger nearby cities are the destination.

Shopping in Voorhout #

The town has everyday shops and small retailers for daily needs; for bigger shopping trips head to Leiden, Haarlem or nearby shopping centres. Weekly markets in neighbouring towns add variety on market days.

Nearby Cities #