21 Nature reserves
Around the villages of Ameland lie 21 beautiful nature reserves within walking distance. From the unspoilt eastern tip at 't Oerd to the dunes of the Oranjenatuurpark, Ameland's nature never fails to surprise.
Ameland has 27 kilometres of beach, expansive dunes, woodland, marshland and heathland. The island boasts four charming terp villages and offers walkers a rich variety of nature and landscapes, from bird-rich salt marshes and historic polders to dune valleys filled with wild orchids.
Below you will find an overview of the finest walking routes on Ameland. For every pace and every distance there is a suitable route, from a short village walk to an extended day trip along the coast and through nature.
Around the villages of Ameland lie 21 beautiful nature reserves within walking distance. From the unspoilt eastern tip at 't Oerd to the dunes of the Oranjenatuurpark, Ameland's nature never fails to surprise.

Between Nes and Buren on Ameland lies the recreational area De Vleijen, a beautiful nature and play area where adventure and relaxation come together. With winding shell paths, small dunes, ponds, and play equipment, it is the perfect place for families and nature lovers. What can you do at De Vleijen recreational area? - Play and Adventure: Children can have fun on the ...

Het natuurgebied de Kooiduinen ligt aan de oostkant van Ameland, direct ten oosten van het dorp Buren. Wat kun je verwachten in De Kooiduinen? Het is een prachtig en rustig gebied waar droge duinen, vochtige duinvalleien, kwelders en open Waddenlandschap elkaar afwisselen. - Afwisselend landschap: De Kooiduinen vormen een mooi overgangsgebied tussen duin en kwelder. ...

Het natuurgebied Kooiplaats ligt ten oosten van Buren, aan de rand van de Kooiduinen en richting het open oostelijke deel van Ameland. Wat kun je verwachten bij de Kooiplaats? Het is geen drukke bezienswaardigheid, maar juist een rustige en sfeervolle plek waar natuur, stilte en eilandgeschiedenis mooi samenkomen. - Historische Nassaukooi: De grootste bijzonderheid van ...

The Spijkerpad on Ameland is one of those hidden spots where you can completely unwind. What can you expect at the Spijkerpad? - Boardwalk through nature: The wooden path runs across a peaceful dune lake and gives you the feeling of walking right through the landscape. - Peace and space: Around the path, you mainly hear the wind, birds and rustling marram grass. A lovely ...

The Duck Pond in the Hollumerbos is a peaceful and atmospheric spot on the western side of Ameland, close to Hollum and the red-and-white Bornrif lighthouse. What can you expect at the Duck Pond? It is not a major attraction that you would spend hours visiting, but rather one of those charming stops where you are happy to linger for a while during a walk. - Peaceful spot ...

Ameland has 12 viewpoints with a wide outlook over the Wadden Sea, the North Sea or the island's dune landscape. Below are the finest spots to pause and soak in the view.

The Kaapsduun is the highest dune in the Nesserbos near Nes on Ameland. Hidden among the trees, you will find a piece of maritime history here. What can you expect at the Kaapsduun?Kaapsduun is not a major attraction, but rather one of those places that makes a walk through the Nesserbos especially interesting. Among the trees, you discover a story about ...

The Oerdblinkert is located in the eastern part of Ameland, right in the middle of the rugged nature area Het Oerd. What can you expect at the Oerdblinkert? -

The Bureblinkert is a high dune and viewpoint in the Buurderduinen, north of the village of Buren on Ameland. What can you expect at the Bureblinkert?Ameland. -
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