Frequently asked questions about locations on Schiermonnikoog

The current ferry times from Lauwersoog to Schiermonnikoog are on the Wagenborg website.

• Crossing: about 45 minutes, all year round.

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The crossing from Lauwersoog to Schiermonnikoog takes about 45 minutes.

• Timetable: see the current timetable at Wagenborg.

No, Schiermonnikoog is car-free for visitors and you cannot bring a motorbike, scooter or moped either.

• Exemption: the municipality only grants one in very exceptional cases.
• On the island: you can get everywhere by bike, bus or on foot.

Nearest train station to Schiermonnikoog

Railway station Leeuwarden ±28km
Stationsplein 1
8911 AC Leeuwarden
web. https://www.ns.nl/

Railway station Groningen ±49km
Stationsplein 26
9726 AE Groningen
web. https://www.ns.nl/

Just outside the train stations you can take the Bus towards Schiermonnikoog. For exact times and routes we always recommend to use the website https://9292.nl/en/.

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When the ferry arrives, a bus is waiting to take you to the villages.

• Bike: you can rent bikes at the harbour and in the villages.
• Luggage: many accommodations and bike rental shops offer a luggage service; ask your host.

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