Scheveningen harbour
Scheveningen harbour is located conveniently on the North Sea coast with a short and direct connection to the sea. The area has a multifunctional character with fishing, offshore, cruise and recreational sectors represented. Cargo vessels also regularly sail in and out of the harbour. The harbour and the coastal area are part of a testing ground for different innovative projects such as testing unmanned ships, Offshore Test Site with floating solar panels and the seaweed farm of North Sea Farmers.
The Begin link: Port Authority and Control Centre, end link. ensures the smooth and safe passage of maritime traffic 24 hours a day. The Port Authority and Control Centre also manages, operates and maintains the tunnel installation in the harbour.
Report activities
From 2023 the Scheveningen Harbour Directive 2023 will be in effect. These new guidelines should lead to improvements in maritime traffic. And greater safety in and around the harbour. The municipality’s guidelines are more in line with:
- new developments in shipping
- environment and hygiene
- technology
- spatial planning
Other Dutch seaports are using a similar directive as well. As a result the guidelines in many seaports are the same. The directive does contain guidelines which specially apply to Scheveningen harbour.
More information can be found at Begin external link: Voorstel van het college inzake Verordening Scheveningen Haven Den Haag 2023 (RIS313843)(External link), end external link. (in Dutch). Activities will be carried out based on a classification by category. These categories are listed in the directive.
Reporting activities in Scheveningen harbour
Everybody is allowed to work on a boat or on an object on a boat. Look at the example below for a Work permit for Scheveningen harbour.
Example of a work permit for Scheveningen harbour
(PDF, 161.6 KB)
Port Authority and Control Centre
The municipality’s Port Authority and Control Centre is responsible for the Scheveningen harbour. Its officials work 24 hours a day to ensure the smooth and safe passage of maritime traffic and the management, maintenance and use of the harbour and the harbour area.
There are 2 control centres: 1 for maritime traffic and 1 for tunnels, bridges and bollard operation. The addresses are at the bottom of the page.
Seaport fees
If you are making use of Scheveningen harbour with a ship or boat, you must pay seaport fees.
Seaport fees in 2024
| Category | Fee per call per GT | Fee as of 10 calls (per calendar year) per call per GT | Fee as of 20 calls (per calendar year) per call per GT | Fee as of 30 calls (per calendar year) per call per GT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category I |
€ 0.39 | € 0.31 | € 0.19 | € 0.10 |
| Minimum fee: € 59.09 | Minimum fee: € 44.29 | Minimum fee: € 29.54 | Minimum fee: € 14.78 | |
| Category II | € 1.00 | € 0.74 | € 0.51 | € 0.24 |
| Minimum fee: € 59.09 | Minimum fee: € 44.29 | Minimum fee: € 29.54 | Minimum fee: € 14.78 | |
| Category III (per 24 hours/per metre) |
€ 1.25 |
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| Category V | € 0.30 | |||
Seaport fees in 2025
| Category | Fee per call per GT | Fee as of 10 calls (per calendar year) per call per GT | Fee as of 20 calls (per calendar year) per call per GT | Fee as of 30 calls (per calendar year) per call per GT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category I |
€ 0.40 | € 0.32 | € 0.20 | € 0.10 |
| Minimum fee: € 61.15 | Minimum fee: € 45.84 | Minimum fee: € 30.57 | Minimum fee: € 15.30 | |
| Category II | € 1.03 | € 0.77 | € 0.53 | € 0.25 |
| Minimum fee: € 61.15 | Minimum fee: € 45.84 | Minimum fee: € 30.57 | Minimum fee: € 15.30 | |
| Category III (per 24 hours/per metre) |
€ 1.29 |
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| Category V | € 0.31 | |||
Seaport fees for waste
| Type of vessel | Gross Tonnage (GT) | Type of waste | Fees (including administration fee) |
Discharge right |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Cutter | Not applicable | Annex V | € 30 | unlimited |
| 2. Fishing trawler | Not applicable | Annex I | € 395 | € 280 |
| Annex V + KGA | € 395 | € 90 | ||
| 3. Container vessel | Annex I | € 75* | € 50 | |
| Annex V + KGA | € 75* | € 50 | ||
| 4. Container vessel | 500 to 1,000 tons | Annex I | € 130* | € 20 |
| Annex V + KGA | € 130* | € 85 | ||
| 5. Container vessel | 1,000 to 3,000 tons | Annex I | € 250* | € 40 |
| Annex V + KGA | € 250* | € 185 | ||
| 6. Container vessel | 3,000 to 6,000 tons | Annex I | € 395* | € 90 |
| Annex V + KGA | € 395* | € 280 | ||
| 7. Container vessel | 6,000 to 10,000 tons | Annex I | € 560* | € 250 |
| Annex V + KGA | € 560* | € 285 | ||
| 8. Container vessel | > 10,000 tons | Annex I | € 710* | € 350 |
| Annex V + KGA | € 710* | € 335 |
The future of Scheveningen harbour
Scheveningen harbour is undergoing a large-scale redevelopment. Priority is being given to the fishing fleet, harbour-related services/off-shore support, water sports and new developments in shipping and water management. There is greater cooperation among companies, government agencies and knowledge institutes focused on the coast and sea. Read more on Begin link: New construction in Scheveningen harbour (in Dutch), end link. .
First harbour: fisheries
The First Harbour is the centre of the fishing fleet, with shipping companies and the fish auction. The offices of the Port Authority and Control Centre are also located here. There is also space for off-shore vessels, large commercial vessels, the towing services and the coast guard rescue services (KNRM). The wharves are home to major commercial activities.
Second Harbour: recreation
The Second Harbour is the recreational harbour. Apart from the marina, the Second Harbour offers space for charter vessels and small professional and recreational fishing vessels. The quays are lined with restaurants and cafes, making it a friendly and lively place. It represents a mix of professional activities and tourism.
Third Harbour: special vessels
The Third Harbour provides space for special vessels such as those from the Rijkswaterstaat (part of the Ministry of Infrastructure and the Environment). Part of this harbour will be developed as a harbour for seagoing vessels. It also offers facilities for professional shipping. The wharf can also be used for commercial and research vessels, and is also suitable for larger sailing boats.
Events in the harbour
Events are regularly held in Scheveningen. For a list of current events visit Begin external link: denhaag.com(External link), end external link..
Address and contact details
Port Authority and Control Centre
Visafslagweg 1
2583 DM The Hague
Telephone: (070) 352 77 01 (Monday to Friday from 8.00 to 16.00 hrs.)
Telephone: (070) 352 77 21 (other days/times)
Email: Begin link: havenbedrijf@denhaag.nl, end link.
Email safety: Begin link: veiligheidhaven@denhaag.nl, end link.
Control centre for maritime traffic
Mariphone: VHF 21
Telephone: (070) 352 77 21 (24 hours a day)
Email: Begin link: vkc.scheveningen@denhaag.nl, end link.
Control centre for tunnels, bridges and bollard operation
Telephone tunnels (Hubertustunnel, Koningstunnel and Victory Boogie Woogietunnel): (070) 218 94 79
Telephone bridges (Binckhorstbrug, Laakbrug, Trekvlietbrug): (070) 218 94 78
Telephone bollards: (070) 218 94 77
Traffic Control Center Scheveningen (shipping)
Mariphone: VHF 21
Telephone: (070) 352 77 21 (24 hours a day)
Email: Begin link: vkc.scheveningen@denhaag.nl, end link.
Scheveningen Marina
Mariphone: VHF 31
Telephone: (070) 352 00 17
Mobile: 06 – 53 29 31 37
Email: Begin link: info@jachtclubscheveningen.com, end link.