Beach
The large beach of Schiermonnikoog is kilometers long and very quiet, except for a few weeks in July and August. In the summers it is very nice here, in other words, but there is enough space thanks to the wide sandy beaches. It is a light sandy beach in front of a row of dunes at a slightly sloping sea. You can go there by bike. There are beach chairs and windbreaks for rent. The beach is kilometers long and about 200 meters wide.
A sunbath or a walk along the beach, playing fun or water sports. The very well maintained, white beaches of Schiermonnikoog will offer you peace and quietness. The beaches, with showers to rinse of the salt seawater, will be cleaned everyday. Besides the rescue brigade will guard the beaches and warns when there is a dangerous current or wind; a pleasant and safe feeling.
Facilities
A sunbath or a walk along the beach, playing fun or water sports. The very well maintained, white beaches of Schiermonnikoog will offer you peace and quietness. Optimum facilities will tribute to the comfort and with that the holiday pleasure of the guests. It starts with accessible beach crossings and parking places. Then there are the lifeguards and the rescue brigade whom watch over the well being of the guests, with a First aid post nearby. Furthermore the many cafes, terraces and restaurants near the beach will take care of the needs for serving drinks and snacks or lunch and diner.
Flags
On the beaches you will find flags and signs with instructions for swimming. It is wise to take account of these signals. They are there for you!
Guarded beach zone
Child found
Dangerous sea
Watersports allowed
Swimming prohibited
Floating Bodies prohibited
Dogs at the beach
The beaches of Schiermonnikoog be an attractive environment for recreation, for both humans and dogs. And what could be better than a walk on the beach with your dog. In the summer season, dogs, either loose or on a leash, not on all the beaches of the Belgian coast welcome.
On the beach at Schiermonnikoog are (free-running) dogs allowed throughout the year. In many other parts of the island is loosening allowed. Leash is mandatory only in urban areas, in the National Park and the Rif.
However, it is prohibited that dogs go after other animals on the island. This can causes damage to these animals, resting places or residence (such as nests or dens).
Please read the information boards carefully, which are at each beach (entrance).
Beaches of Schiermonnikoog
Below is an overview of the beaches of Schiermonnikoog
Beach tips
- At low tide there is a strong current towards the sea, than stay close to shore. In case you get pulled in by the current do not try to swim straight against it, but swim slanting to the shore with the current. Also be aware of floating devices like air-beds, boats or other swimming devices.
- Do not get to close to the poles, piers or other obstacles.
- Watch your children carefully, do not let them alone near the water. Are there recognition signs on the beach, tell it to your children.
- Help to keep the beaches clean.