New Year's Day plunge 2026

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UPDATE: The New Year’s dip in Scheveningen has been cancelled today for the second year in a row. The organisers cite strong winds as the reason: a Force 7 wind is expected.

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Start the new year with a refreshing dip in the North Sea during the exciting New Year's Dive in Scheveningen!

A Tradition Since 1960

The New Year's Dive in Scheveningen is a long-standing tradition dating back to 1960. It has grown into the largest New Year's Dive in the Netherlands. Every year, between 7,000 and 10,000 participants brave the plunge into the cold North Sea, so you're certainly not alone!

Programme:

  • 10:30: Start of registrations. Arrive on time to participate in this unique event.
  • 11:45: Joint warm-up with music. Ensure you warm up and get into the mood with an energetic warm-up session.
  • 12:00: The official start signal for the New Year's Dive. Dive in with hundreds of enthusiastic participants into the cool seawater.

When

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Where

Strand nabij De Pier

Website

www.unox.nl