Grote Knip

Grote knip
Grote Knip, also known as "Playa Kenepa Grandi," is a breathtaking beach located on the northwest coast of Curaçao. With its white sandy beaches, crystal clear turquoise waters, and surrounded by lush green hills, Grote Knip is known as one of the most beautiful beaches on the island. Grote Knip beach is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike because of its natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere. Visitors are enchanted by the expansive coastline and calm, azure waters that invite swimming, snorkeling, and sunbathing. Today, Grote Knip is still considered an important cultural heritage of Curaçao, and the beach plays a role in several local traditions and festivities. It is also a popular location for weddings, photo shoots, and other special events because of its picturesque beauty and symbolic significance. During your visit to Grote Knip, you can enjoy a beautiful sunset, where a stunning color combination is created in the sky!

Location and accessibility
To reach Grote Knip, visitors can use the main road that runs along the north coast of Curaçao. From Willemstad, it is about an hour's drive to Grote Knip. Upon arrival at Grote Knip, ample parking is available for visitors. From the parking lot, a short walk leads to the beach itself. During the very short walk from the parking lot, you will pass a vantage point where you can look over the entire beach! This also provides an ideal opportunity to take beautiful pictures.

House Rules
  • No littering
  • No grilling or setting off fireworks
  • No loud music or noise
  • No unsupervised children
  • No disruptive or disorderly behavior or activities
  • No pets
  • No eating the fruits from the trees (they are poisonous)



Restaurants and facilities
Although Grote Knip is known as a "no-frills" beach, it still offers some basic facilities to make visitors' stay comfortable. Restrooms and showers are available, as well as some small stalls where snacks and drinks can be purchased.

Tips from PMI
Bring plenty of food and drink with you during your visit. It is not certain that the stalls will be open during your visit, so make sure you do not depend on them to get something to eat or drink!

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Practical Information

Open daily from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Free entrance
Beach bed 7,50 Ang.
Toilet 1 Ang.
Shower 1 Ang.

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