The visitor centre of the Zuid-Kennemerland National Park has nature displays and is a good source of information, with a range of detailed walking and cycling maps including a great 35km circuit. Bike hire costs €13.50 per day.
De Zandwaaier Visitor Centre
Haarlem
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