Walking on Ameland

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.

Walking routes

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.

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.

Zwanewater Stuifdijk

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Hôn

The nature area Hôn is located all the way on the eastern side of Ameland, beyond the nature area Oerd. It is one of the most unspoilt and dynamic places on the island. What can you expect at the Hôn on Ameland? Here, the North Sea and the Wadden Sea meet, and wind, water and sand shape the landscape. -

Hôn, Buren, AmelandMore information

Ballumerbos

The Ballumerbos (Ballumer Forest) is a small and peaceful nature area near Ballum, roughly in the middle of Ameland. The forest covers about 40 hectares and is a lovely place for a short walk, a relaxing cycling break or an outing with children. What can you expect in the Ballumerbos? -

Verbindingsweg, Ballum, AmelandMore information

Buurderduinen

Jan Sietjespâd, Buren, AmelandMore information

Oerd

The Oerd lies on the eastern side of Ameland and is one of the most impressive nature areas on the island. Together with the Hôn, this rugged dune landscape forms an important nature area for birds, plants and other animals. What can you expect at the Oerd on Ameland? This centuries-old dune area is rugged, quiet and constantly changing. High dunes, open sandy plains, ...

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Kooiplaats en Nassaukooi

The Kooiplaats nature area lies east of Buren, on the edge of the Kooiduinen and towards the open eastern part of Ameland. What can you expect at the Kooiplaats? It is not a busy attraction, but rather a quiet and atmospheric place where nature, silence and island history come together beautifully. - Historic Nassaukooi: The main highlight of the Kooiplaats is the ...

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Kooiplaats, Buren, Ameland
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Spijkerpad

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 ...

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Lange Duinen

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Viewpints

Ameland has 13 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.

Kaapsduun

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? The 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 storms, ...

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Schuilhut Lange Duinen Noord

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Bureblinkert

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? It is not a busy attraction, but rather a lovely place for those who enjoy walking, getting some fresh air and experiencing the open dune landscape of Ameland. -

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Engelsmanduun

The Engelsmanduun is the highest dune in the Hollumerduinen, north of Hollum, near holiday park Boomhieke on the western side of Ameland. What can you expect at the Engelsmanduun? -

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Ballumerbocht

The Ballumerbocht is located on the peaceful Wadden Sea side of Ameland, close to Ballum. It is not a large tourist viewing platform, but rather a simple and atmospheric spot on the dyke. What can you expect at the Ballumerbocht? Perfect for those who enjoy silence, wide views, birds and the ever-changing landscape of the Wadden Sea. -

Smitteweg / Ballumerbocht, Ballum, AmelandMore information

Kooi van Woldringh

Möchdijk, Nes, AmelandMore information

Vogelkijkhut Lange Duinen

Lange Duinen, Hollum, AmelandMore information

Möchdijk

Möchdijk, Nes, AmelandMore information

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