Gnome Village - Sight

The Gnome Village in the Hollumerbos near Hollum is a small, fairy-tale-like spot that is especially lovely for young children.

What can you expect at the Gnome Village?

During a walk through the woods, you suddenly come across colourful gnome houses, little figures and amusing miniature details among the trees. It feels as though you have unexpectedly wandered into a hidden fantasy world.

• A surprising stop along the way: The Gnome Village is not a major attraction, but rather a charming little place to have a quiet look around. Children can search for gnomes, discover tiny houses and take fun photos.
• Fairy-tale-like for young children: With its small details, cheerful colours and gnome figures, this place especially appeals to toddlers, nursery-age children and younger primary school children.
• Born from island creativity: It once started as a spontaneous joke by island resident Jan Engels. It has since grown into an imaginative little village that is still expanding and changing.

Lovely to combine with nearby places

The Gnome Village is ideal to include in a walk through the woods. Stop for a moment, let the children look around, and then continue walking towards:

• Duck pond: A peaceful spot at the edge of the woods with ducks, chickens, peacocks and other birds. Especially for young children, this is a fun extra stop.
• Hollumerbos Playground: A lovely play area in the woods where children can climb, scramble and play.
• Beachcomber’s Playground: An adventurous play area with a real island atmosphere.
• Bornrif Lighthouse: The red-and-white lighthouse of Ameland is in the same area and is one of the island’s best-known landmarks.
• Beach and dunes: From the Hollumerbos, you can easily continue walking towards the dunes and the beach on the western side of Ameland.

Practical information

• Location: The Gnome Village is located along a shell path in the Hollumerbos near Hollum on Ameland.
• Parking: You can, for example, park at the lighthouse on the Oranjeweg. From there, you can walk straight into the Hollumerbos.
• Access: The Gnome Village is public and freely accessible. It is naturally nicest during the day, especially with children.

The Gnome Village in the Hollumerbos is a small but atmospheric short stop during a walk through the woods, a visit to the lighthouse or an afternoon of playing and discovering in the nature of Hollum.

Furthermore Gnome Village is near the following sights: Hollumerbos Playground (±175 m), Hollumer Forest (±200 m), Sier aan zee (±250 m), Bunker Museum (±350 m) & Duck Pond Hollumerbos (±350 m).

For information

Hollumerbos, Hollum, Ameland