Buying a home in Callantsoog (woonkern), Callantsoog.
Callantsoog is a quiet residential area where you'll find mostly detached homes and bungalows, many with plenty of space around them. You'll live among people who value peace and room to breathe, not in the heart of Schagen but close enough to everyday amenities. The sea is a ten-minute drive away, and you have direct access to the polders and cycling routes that define this region. It's a place where neighbours know each other without feeling like a village where everyone knows your business.
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Best things and drawbacks to living in Callantsoog (woonkern)
Pros:
- Direct train connection to Alkmaar (16 min) and Amsterdam (50 min) via Callantsoog station
- Close to the North Sea: beach and dunes within walking distance
- Quiet residential core with many detached houses and spacious plots
- Local primary school and secondary school (Clusius College) in Schagen 10 km away
Cons:
- Limited shops and restaurants in Callantsoog itself; dependent on Schagen (10 km) or Alkmaar
- Little nightlife or cultural venues; most activities are outside the core
- Train station sits at the edge of the residential area; car needed for daily commuting without one is difficult
- Seasonal tourism brings crowds in summer; parking pressure around beach and promenade
Living environment
More registered crimes than most neighborhoods in Schagen
- Per 1,000 residents (12 mo)
- 34.93
- Total registered (12 mo)
- 84
- Residential burglary
- 4
- Theft
- 17
- Violence and threats
- 4
- Vandalism and public order
- 8
Indicative, based on registered crimes (police/CBS) over the past twelve months. This is not an official safety rating.
Source: Police/CBS· Figures through May 2026
What does Callantsoog (woonkern) offer?
Callantsoog is a quiet beach village where you'll find families and couples who want to live close to the sea without the crowds of bigger resorts. Homes here are mostly detached houses and bungalows, often older but well-kept, and you'll pay less than you would in Egmond or Zandvoort. Everything you need is within walking distance: shops, restaurants, and of course the beach and dunes. The neighbourhood attracts people who value peace and love cycling, swimming, and walking in nature.
Buying agent in Callantsoog (woonkern)
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Housing market Callantsoog (woonkern)
In Callantsoog, the real estate market shows notable activity. Homes sold this quarter reached 12, compared to 5 last quarter. The average transaction price this quarter was 519,000 euros, down from 429,000 euros last quarter. The average transaction price per square meter decreased from 4,462 euros to 4,098 euros. The average list price rose to 525,000 euros this quarter, compared to 425,000 euros last quarter. Additionally, the average WOZ-value this year is 5% higher than last year, reflecting a steady demand in this charming Dutch town.
Updated: May 2026
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