Scheveningen
Scheveningen [ˈsxeːvənɪŋə(n)] ⓘ is one of the eight districts of The Hague, Netherlands, as well as a subdistrict (wijk) of that city. Scheveningen is a modern seaside resort with a long, sandy beach, an esplanade, a pier, and a lighthouse. The beach is popular for water sports such as windsurfing and kiteboarding. The harbour is used for both fishing and tourism.
Scheveningen | |
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A view of the Scheveningen Pier with the Kurhaus in the background | |
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Coat of arms | |
Map of The Hague, Scheveningen marked green | |
Scheveningen Location of Scheveningen in the Netherlands | |
| Coordinates: 52°06′29″N 4°16′23″E | |
| Country | Netherlands |
| Province | South Holland |
| Municipality | The Hague |
| Area | |
| • Land | 230 ha (570 acres) |
| Population (2021) | |
| • Total | 58,850 |
| Website | www |
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