The impressive red Noordertoren is the symbol of Schiermonnikoog and an unmissable landmark on this Wadden Island. What makes the Noordertoren so special? - A piece of maritime history: The tower was built in 1853-1854 and has since safeguarded shipping around Schiermonnikoog. Together with the white Zuidertoren, it once ...
The white South Tower is one of the iconic landmarks of Schiermonnikoog and tells a remarkable story from the island’s maritime history. Why a visit to the South Tower is so special - Unique lighthouse duo: On Schiermonnikoog there are both a white and a red tower, both built in 1854. You won’t find that on any other ...
The Bank van Banck is a stone bench on the sea dike of Schiermonnikoog. It is not worth a special trip, but if you walk or cycle past, it makes a lovely place to stop. The bench honours John ...
The Westerduinenpad viewpoint is on a high dune in the Westerduinen of Schiermonnikoog. From the top you have a lovely view over the dunes, woods and village. What can you expect at the Westerduinenpad viewpoint? - Wide views: You look out over the rolling dune landscape of the Westerduinen and the area around the ...
The Westerplas bird screen stands in the north-west corner of the Westerplas on Schiermonnikoog. Natuurmonumenten put up the screen so that you can watch the spoonbill colony well without disturbing it. It is a different spot from the Westerplas bird hide. What can you expect at the Westerplas bird screen? - History: In ...
The bench on the Minne Onnespad stands on the dike near the Reeweg on Schiermonnikoog. It is not worth a special trip, but if you walk or cycle past, it is a lovely place to stop and enjoy the view. What can you expect at the bench on the Minne Onnespad? - The bench: The bench is made of masonry granite blocks. You can ...
The Bunkermuseum Schlei on Schiermonnikoog offers a unique glimpse into World War II through the eyes of a small but strategically important island. The museum, located in an authentic German bunker of the Seeburg type, tells the story of the occupation and its impact on the island and its residents. What can you expect ...
The characteristic and photogenic landmark on the beach: the Beach Posts. Often marked by years of sun, sea, wind, sand, and rain. The popular symbol at the beach for tourists is therefore often depicted on [placename-url] souvenirs such as clothing, artworks, miniatures, and postcards. Beach Measurements The first Beach Posts in ...
This artwork is a tribute to the monks who played a significant role in the development of the island centuries ago. The Meaning of "The Schiere Monk" - Historical Background: In the Middle Ages, Schiermonnikoog was an outpost of the Cistercian monastery Claercamp in Rinsumageest near Dokkum. The monks of this ...
The Waterstaatpad viewpoint is a dune top at the eastern end of the Waterstaatpad on Schiermonnikoog. From here you look out over the eastern part of the island, where nature is largely left to its own devices. What can you expect at the Waterstaatpad viewpoint? - A quiet walk: The Waterstaatpad is a wide footpath of ...
Kaap Willemsduin stands in the east of Schiermonnikoog, in one of the most unspoilt parts of the National Park. This wooden beacon is a landmark in a quiet and vast dune landscape. What can you expect at Kaap Willemsduin? - A historic beacon: The beacon was built as a landmark for sailors and as a survey point for ...
Museum In het Koningshuis on the Nieuwestreek on Schiermonnikoog is a small museum about the island's history. It is in the former headmaster's house and is named after its last resident, teacher Henk Koning, not the royal family. What can you expect at the Koningshuis? - History: In 1876 a new primary school was built on ...
The Got Tjark church is the largest church on Schiermonnikoog. In the island dialect the name simply means "big church". The building dates from 1866 and belongs to the Protestant Church in the Netherlands. What can you expect at the Got Tjark church? - History: The church replaced an earlier building on the same spot. ...
The town hall of Schiermonnikoog is on the Nieuwestreek, in the middle of the village. Visitors can come here too, for example if they have lost something. What can you expect at the town hall? - Lost and found: Lost or found something on the island? You can report and collect lost property at the town hall. - Cars on the ...
Kaap Kobbeduinen is a wooden beacon in the dunes on the eastern side of Schiermonnikoog. From this viewpoint you overlook one of the most remote and unspoilt parts of the National Park. What can you expect at Kaap Kobbeduinen? - A historic beacon: The beacon was built as a landmark for sailors and as a survey point for ...
The Sint Egbert chapel is the Roman Catholic church of Schiermonnikoog. The small cruciform church on the Badweg was built in 1915 and has been a national monument since 1999. What can you expect at the Sint Egbert chapel? - Building: The church was designed by Groningen architect A.Th. van Elmpt in a sober, rationalist ...
Shell Museum Paal 14 on Schiermonnikoog is the private museum of the De Boer family. It shows more than 1,500 species of shells and other beach finds. What can you expect at Shell Museum Paal 14? - Collection: Everything in the museum was collected by the owners themselves. Nothing was bought or traded. - Children: The ...
The Walviskaken in the centre of Schiermonnikoog are one of the island’s notable sights. The enormous lower jaw of a blue whale stands at Willemshof and recalls the important role that Schiermonnikoog played in the history of Dutch whaling. What can you expect at the Walviskaken? - Impressive size: Admire the enormous ...
The Westerplas bird hide stands in the middle of the water of the Westerplas, south-west of the village on Schiermonnikoog. The hide is very open, so birds come right up underneath it and you see them up close. What can you expect at the Westerplas bird hide? - History: The hide opened in 2008. It came about thanks to the ...
Hidden within Schiermonnikoog National Park lies one of the most fascinating secrets of the island: Eendenkooi de Kooiplaats. This historic duck decoy is a unique place where nature, culture, and tradition converge. What can you expect at Eendenkooi de Kooiplaats? - Historic Duck Decoy: Since 1861, Eendenkooi de ...
A place of remembrance and reflection where the history of the two world wars and the sea are closely intertwined. What can you expect at Vredenhof Cemetery? - Historic Resting Place: Vredenhof, located on Reddingsweg and nestled in the greenery, was established around 1920 and used as a war and shipwreck ...
Discover a piece of hidden World War II history with a visit to the Wasserman Bunker, strategically located on Schiermonnikoog. This historic fortress is not just a reminder of a tumultuous period, but also provides a unique opportunity to view the island from a different perspective. What can you expect at the Wasserman ...
The Gribus Cabinet of Curiosities, located in It Aude Kolonyhus (The Old Colony House), invites you to step into a world filled with mysterious finds and unique objects from around the world. What can you expect at the Gribus Cabinet of Curiosities? - Unique Collection: The Gribus Cabinet of Curiosities houses an ...
Monks once again live on the island named after them. At Schiermonnikoog Monastery on the Knuppeldam, a small community of Trappists lives in simplicity and prayer. They came from the abbey of Sion near Diepenveen and have lived on Schiermonnikoog since 2019. What can you expect at Schiermonnikoog Monastery? - History: In ...
Informatiecentrum Het Baken in the village on Schiermonnikoog is the starting point for a visit to the island and Schiermonnikoog National Park. Since 2021 Natuurmonumenten and the tourist office have shared the building. What can you expect at Het Baken? - Exhibitions: An interactive exhibition tells the story of the ...
Wadden Hopping is a unique and adventurous way to explore the Dutch Wadden Islands. This concept offers tourists the opportunity to travel from island to island, each with its own charm and character. The Wadden Islands, including Texel, Vlieland, Terschelling, Ameland, and Schiermonnikoog, are known for their beautiful ...
