When nature awakens on Ameland and the days grow longer, it is time to head out.
Whether you come during the Easter, May or any other spring break: this Wadden island offers peace, space and plenty of activities in spring. Below are ten inspiring tips for what to do on Ameland in spring.
From frolicking lambs in the meadows to birds singing their spring song, you can feel the fresh energy of the new season everywhere. The first warm sunbeams invite you to hit the beach or walk through the dunes, while everything around you slowly awakens from its winter rest.
Do you want to know what you can do on Ameland in spring? Here are our ten inspiring tips for what to do on Ameland in spring.
Is the weather a little less clement? Ameland offers plenty of fun activities even then! Read our tips here >>
Walking and cycling in spring
As soon as the dunes turn green again and birds are nesting everywhere, it’s the perfect time to head outdoors. Put on your walking shoes or hop on your bike and explore the Oerd and the Kooikersduinen – two beautiful areas where you can breathe in the fresh spring air. Or visit Ameland’s ten most stunning viewpoints. There, you can enjoy breathtaking panoramas of the island, the dunes, the beach, and the sea.
Seals are the symbol of the Wadden Sea
Ameland is one of the best places to see them in their natural habitat. Throughout the year, seal-watching tours depart for the sandbanks, where these animals rest in groups and play in the water. If you're lucky, you might even spot one on the beach, taking a break after a long swim.
Read more about seals >>
In spring, many migratory birds return to the Wadden. Take binoculars to the Hôn or stroll along the salt marshes. You may come across spoonbills, black-tailed godwit’s and terns, among others. Perfect for birdén nature lovers.
As the days are getting longer, the sunsets on Ameland are extra special. Climb the Hollum lighthouse just before dusk and enjoy a wide view over the North Sea. The sky often colours in soft pastel shades, making for a unique springtime moment.
Do you enjoy having your feet in the sand? Then walk to the beach at Hollum, near the lighthouse, and watch the sun slowly disappear into the waves. Combine this moment with a trip along the forest, beach én the lighthouse?
Then book a Forest, beach & Lighthouse Tour >>
very spring, the ditches between Ballum and Hollum turn bright yellow with daffodils – better known on Ameland as “yellow bells.” These flowers have been blooming here for over forty years. It all started in the 1980s with farmer Jan Bakker, who planted daffodil bulbs along Pietje Miedeweg and Ridderweg. Knowing he had only a short time left to live, he wanted to leave a lasting memory. Since then, the yellow bells have spread further across the island.
You can’t miss them while cycling, walking, or driving on Ameland. For many, they are the ultimate sign that spring has arrived. In addition to daffodils, you’ll also find plenty of snowdrops and crocuses on the island.
If you want to know more about the history and culture of Ameland, visit the Sorgdrager Museum in Hollum. Discover how whalers used to live here and what traditions the island is rich in. A nice change between your walks through nature.
A cheerful sight in spring: lambs hopping around in the meadows and on the dyke. Enjoy this typical spring scene along the road or bike path. Did you know that on Ameland there are more sheep than inhabitants?
Are you unfortunately not on Ameland in spring?
Then watch the lambs live via our harbour webcam >>
Get up early this spring, cycle to the Oerd, and explore this unique area at sunrise.
With the morning dew still on the grass, enjoy the silence, watch the sun rise from Ameland’s highest dune, and listen only to the sound of the sea and the singing birds. A peaceful start to the day.
Nes, Hollum, Ballum, and Buren each have their own charm.
Wander through the narrow streets, admire the historic facades, and toast to spring with a cup of coffee or a local beer on a terrace.
Whether you choose a weekend getaway during the May holidays or a longer spring break, Ameland gives you the chance to escape the hustle and bustle.
Enjoy the fresh sea breeze on the beach, cycle through the dunes, or relax with a book in the spring sun. You'll return home completely recharged.
What a lot is there to do on Ameland in spring and spring hè? And we have by no means named everything!
Are you looking for even more inspiration on what to do on Ameland in spring? Check out our other pages on nature and culture on the island. So you will always find the spring activity that suits you!
Spring on Ameland: your ultimate spring outing - VVV Ameland
Spring on Ameland: your ultimate spring outing - VVV Ameland
Spring on Ameland: your ultimate spring outing - VVV Ameland
Spring on Ameland: your ultimate spring outing - VVV Ameland
Spring on Ameland: your ultimate spring outing - VVV Ameland
Spring on Ameland: your ultimate spring outing - VVV Ameland
Spring on Ameland: your ultimate spring outing - VVV Ameland
Spring on Ameland: your ultimate spring outing - VVV Ameland
Spring on Ameland: your ultimate spring outing - VVV Ameland
Spring on Ameland: your ultimate spring outing - VVV Ameland
Spring on Ameland: your ultimate spring outing - VVV Ameland
Spring on Ameland: your ultimate spring outing - VVV Ameland
Spring on Ameland: your ultimate spring outing - VVV Ameland
Spring on Ameland: your ultimate spring outing - VVV Ameland
