Illustration of skaters in knitted hats on an outdoor ice rink ringed with trees and string lights (New Year's Dive Scheveningen 2027)
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New Year's Dive Scheveningen 2027

Participants gather on the beach for a group warm-up before counting down and rushing into the chilly water together. After taking the refreshing plunge, swimmers warm up with servings of hot Unox pea soup.

All ages

Plan Your Visit

Hours

Scheveningen: 10:30 grounds open and ticket sales; 11:30 warm-up; 12:00 dive.

Neighborhood

Scheveningen

Food & Drink

Participants can warm up with hot Unox pea soup after the dive.

Location

Scheveningen Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 ⚪ ⚪ ⚪ (2/5)

Best For

Adventurous new year’s celebrants and cold-water swimmers

Vibe

Energetic and communal

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Bring swimwear and a towel, as both are listed among the essentials for taking part in the dive.
  • Pack warm clothes to change into after swimming, so you can warm up once you leave the cold water.
  • Buy your ticket at the event location; payment is accepted by debit card or cash.
  • Arrive in time for the group warm-up before the plunge, which is part of the shared beach countdown.
  • Follow Unox’s social channels for the latest event information and preparation tips.

Links & Contact

Run by Unox

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Frequently Asked Questions

What should I bring?

Bring swimwear, a towel and warm clothes to change into after the dive.

How do I get a ticket?

Tickets are sold on the beach. You can pay by card or cash.

What happens on the day?

Everyone does a warm-up on the beach together, counts down, and then runs into the water at the same moment.

Is there anything to warm up with afterwards?

Yes. Unox has something warm ready: its pea soup is part of the New Year's Dive.

Can I volunteer?

Yes. Unox is looking for volunteers to help behind the scenes at the Scheveningen dive.

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