New Year's Dive Zandvoort
2026 dates not announced yet. Details are from 2025.
Embrace the new year with a bracing plunge into the sea at the Zandvoort New Year's Dive. Thousands of brave participants, cheered on by friends and family, take a refreshing dip on January 1st. A special warm-up session with music precedes the invigorating dive, followed by a warm cup of pea soup and a certificate.
All ages FREE
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Plan Your Visit
Food & Drink
Warm pea soup provided after the dive.
Parking
No specific information available, participants are advised to bring warm clothing as there are no changing facilities or showers.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Wear your swimwear under your clothes to easily transition from warm to cold.
- Bring a thick towel and a warm bathrobe or tracksuit to dry off and warm up quickly after your dive.
- Arrive early to register and participate in the pre-dive warm-up session with music.
- Since there are no changing facilities or showers, plan your post-dive logistics accordingly.
- Encourage friends and family to attend and cheer you on from the shore.
Special Events & Promotions
- Free registration
- Warm gift upon registration
- Warm pea soup and certificate after the dive
Links & Contact
Run by Nieuwjaarsduik Zandvoort
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is there an age limit for the New Year's Dive?
No, everyone is welcome, from grandchildren to grandparents.
Is there a cost to participate?
Registration is completely free.
What do participants receive?
Participants receive a nice, warm gift upon registration, and a cup of warm pea soup and a certificate after the dive.
Are there facilities for changing or showering?
No, there are no changing facilities or showers available, so participants should wear their swimwear underneath their clothes and bring warm items to put on afterward.
What should I bring?
It is recommended to bring a thick towel, a bathrobe, or a tracksuit to stay warm after the dive.
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