Hoek van Holland
headland, Netherlands
Also known as: Hook of Holland
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The Hook of Holland is a headland located on the coast southwest of The Hague in the South Holland province of the Netherlands. It is part of the historical region of Holland, which was officially divided into North Holland and South Holland provinces in 1840. The coastal area, characterized by beaches and dunes, is primarily used for recreation and resorts. The Hook of Holland is situated in a region with sandy soil suitable for horticulture, as well as reclaimed lands (polders) used for agriculture and dairy farming.123
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