Kobbeduinen - Nature

The Kobbeduinen are a tongue of dunes reaching from the main dune area into the Oosterkwelder, east of the village on Schiermonnikoog. From the top you look out over the wildest salt marsh in the Netherlands.

What can you expect at the Kobbeduinen?

• Young dunes: The Kobbeduinen formed around 1875. They sheltered the salt marsh, allowing it to grow further east.
• The beacon: On top stands a wooden beacon, once a landmark for sailors and map makers.
• Views: From the Kaap Kobbeduinen viewpoint you can see the North Sea, the Wadden Sea and the salt marsh in between.
• Birds: Spoonbill, skylark and wheatear breed here, among others. During migration birdwatchers sometimes spot rare species.
• Real wilderness: Outside the breeding season you may leave the paths here. It is one of the few places in the Netherlands where you can get lost.

Practical information

• Access: The cycle path from the village ends at the Kobbeduinen. From there you continue on foot.
• Breeding season: From 15 April to 15 July you may only use the marked paths. The path to the beacon stays open all year.
• Note: The salt marsh can flood during storms and high tides.

The Kobbeduinen are the gateway to the unspoilt east of Schiermonnikoog.

Furthermore Kobbeduinen is near the following sights: Kaap Kobbeduinen (±400 m), Oosterkwelder (±600 m), Got Tjark (±800 m), Duck decoy De Kooiplaats (±1,3 km) & Waterstaatpad (±2,1 km).

For information

Kobbeduinen, Schiermonnikoog