Duck Pond Hollumerbos - Nature

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 in the woods: The pond is beautifully tucked away among the trees. This makes it feel like a relaxing place to pause in the middle of the greenery.
• Watching animals: Ducks drift around the pond, and you can often also spot other birds, such as geese, chickens, peacocks and pheasants. It is especially lovely in spring, when ducklings swim among the reeds.
• Great for families: For children, the Duck Pond is a pleasant stop during a short walk through the Hollumerbos. A chance to watch animals for a while, wander around a little, and then continue walking or playing.
• Picnic benches: There are benches by the pond where you can sit quietly. Ideal for a short break, a sandwich along the way, or simply to enjoy the surroundings.
• Maintained by volunteers: What makes it special is that the Duck Pond has been cared for by volunteers since the 1970s. They maintain the grounds, the animal enclosures and make sure this place stays tidy and accessible. In 2024, among other things, the pigeon lofts were renewed and the bank was restored.

Easy to combine with other places in the Hollumerbos

A visit to the Duck Pond is easy to combine with other lovely places in and around the Hollumerbos.

• Gnome Village: A playful place in the woods where children can discover little gnome figures. Lovely to stroll through together and see which gnomes are hidden there.
• Hollumerbos Playground: A pleasant place for children to play during or after a walk through the woods.
• Beachcomber Playground: An adventurous play area in the woods.
• Bornrif Lighthouse: The famous red-and-white lighthouse of Ameland is located in the same area.
• Dunes and beach: From the Hollumerbos, you can easily continue towards the dunes and the beach on the western side of Ameland.

Practical information

• Location: The Duck Pond is located in the Hollumerbos, on the western side of Ameland, close to Hollum.
• Access: It is public and freely accessible.
• Suitable for: Families with children, walkers, nature lovers and anyone looking for a peaceful place to pause during a woodland walk.

Anyone visiting the Hollumerbos will find at the Duck Pond a small but atmospheric place where nature, animals and island tranquillity come together beautifully.

Furthermore Duck Pond Hollumerbos is near the following sights: Juttersspeeltuin (±100 m), Hollumer Forest (±225 m), Speeltuin Hollumerbos (±225 m), Lighthouse Bornrif of Ameland (±300 m) & Gnome Village (±350 m).

For information

Hollumerbos, Hollum, Ameland