Oosterduinen - Nature

The Oosterduinen are part of the large dune area of Schiermonnikoog, east of the village. A varied landscape of dune tops, open grassland and wet dune valleys.

What can you expect at the Oosterduinen?

• Wet dune valleys: The southern part has lime-rich, damp dune valleys.
• Special plants: Orchids grow in the island's dune valleys, turning them pink in spring. In late summer grass-of-Parnassus flowers.
• Breeding birds: Eider, wheatear, hen harrier and marsh harrier breed in the dunes of Schiermonnikoog, among others.
• Keeping it open: With fewer rabbits, the dunes become overgrown more quickly. Mowing, sod cutting and grazing keep the landscape open.
• Protected nature: The dunes are part of the Natura 2000 area and the National Park.

Practical information

• Out and about: Walk or cycle along the paths through the dunes. During the breeding season, from 15 April to 15 July, stay on the paths.
• Combine with: A trip to the Kobbeduinen and the Oosterkwelder.

The Oosterduinen are a peaceful place to discover the dune nature of Schiermonnikoog.

Furthermore Oosterduinen is near the following sights: Bunkermuseum Schlei (±950 m), Wasserman Bunker (±1,3 km), Speelbos Hazenweitje & Speelnatuur van Oerrr (±1,4 km), Cemetery Vredenhof (±1,5 km) & Cabinets of wonder Gribus (±1,6 km).

For information

Oosterduinen, Schiermonnikoog