den haag unveils plans for permanent beach stadium on scheveningen sands
Den Haag, donderdag, 12 februari 2026.
the city of den haag is moving ahead with a permanent beach stadium on scheveningen beach. no longer limited to summer months, the venue will host recreational sports and elite competitions year-round. designed with sustainability in mind, the structure will primarily use wood and blend into the coastal landscape. it will seat 1,000 visitors, expandable to 2,000 during major events. the project marks a strategic step in cementing den haag’s position as a leading seaside sports hub. the current temporary setup has hosted national and international events since 2007. this new infrastructure aims to boost public access, support local talent, and attract global sporting events—all within reach of the sea.
permanent beachstadion for sports and events year-round
The municipality of Den Haag has unveiled plans for a permanent beachstadion on Scheveningen beach. Since 2007, a temporary stadium has operated seasonally, hosting activities like beach volleyball, football, rugby, swimming lessons, kite surfing, sailing, and golf surfing [1]. The new facility will enable year-round sports participation and allow for large-scale top sport events. This includes previous national and European championships in beach volleyball and World Championships in sailing that have already taken place there [2]. The permanent structure aims to strengthen Den Haag’s reputation as a leading seaside sports destination accessible to both locals and tourists [1][2].
design and capacity focused on flexibility and nature integration
The permanent beachstadion will feature two fixed tribune sides with seating for approximately 1,000 spectators [2][3]. During peak seasons or major events such as tournaments or concerts, the stadium can be expanded temporarily to four sides, increasing capacity to around 2,000 visitors [2][3]. The architectural concept emphasizes ecological integration with the coastal environment [1]. A wooden construction is currently the baseline approach, aligning with principles of sustainability and circularity [1][3]. The design ensures resilience against harsh marine weather conditions while blending into the natural dune landscape of Scheveningen [3].
political process and financial framework underway
The estimated cost for constructing the permanent beachstadion is approximately €14 million [2][3]. An initial sketch design has been developed by Bureau Kroner, marking the first official phase of the project [1][3]. A participation trajectory involving users, sports associations, residents, and entrepreneurs will precede further development [1][3]. The preliminary design is scheduled to be presented to the municipal council of Den Haag by the end of 2026 [1][3]. Council member Hilbert Bredemeijer emphasized that beach and water sports are integral to Den Haag’s identity and vision as a coastal sports city [1][3].