Nature: explore dunes and nature reserves on a walk or a bike ride.
Seals: go seal spotting, for example on a boat trip to the sandbanks.
Mudflat walking: walk across the exposed seabed with a guide on a mudflat hike.
Eating out: from beach pavilion to restaurant, find out where to enjoy food and drink.
With kids: the with kids page has the best outings for the whole family.
The 23 best tips for your visit to Vlieland
Below is a selection of the finest sights, museums, nature reserves and activities on Vlieland.
1Cycling
Discover the region by bike. Thanks to the flat landscape, the high quality cycling lanes and a myriad of safe cycling routes, everyone - young and old - can look forward to a wonderfully relaxing cycling holiday. Whether you want to cycle for a day or go on a multi-day cycling trip, Vlieland is the place to be.
Experience the unique beauty of Vlieland with the Vliehors Expres, a special excursion that takes you to the westernmost point of the island. This adventurous journey is a great way to discover the natural splendor of Vlieland. What can you expect from the Vliehors Expres? - Unique Truck Tour: Hop on the Vliehors ...
A visit to the iconic red lighthouse of Vlieland is an absolute must for anyone wanting to experience the island from above. What to expect at the Lighthouse of Vlieland? - Climb with a Reward: Only 51 steps via a narrow spiral staircase lead to the top, where a balcony offers panoramic views. - Breathtaking Views: From t ...
Discover Tromp's Huys, the oldest house on Vlieland, now a fascinating museum highlighting the island's rich history and culture. Located in the picturesque village of Oost-Vlieland, Tromp's Huys offers visitors a unique glimpse into life on a Wadden Sea island. What can you expect at Tromp's Huys? - Rich Island History: ...
Enjoy luxurious wellness by the beach at WellCome Wellness, located in the WestCord Strandhotel Seeduyn. This extensive wellness centre offers no less than 900 m² of relaxation facilities, ...
The Flidunen swimming pool on Vlieland, part of the Flidunen sports centre, is the ideal place for a day of relaxation and water fun for the whole family. With various pools and facilities, the ...
Looking for a fun and active activity during your stay on Vlieland? At Bowling De Juttersbar, located in the WestCord Strandhotel Seeduyn, you're in the right place for a fun game of ...
Experience an unforgettable sailing adventure with Holland Sail on the breathtaking Wadden Sea. Whether you choose a day trip or a longer sailing vacation, the beauty of the Wadden Sea is sure ...
The Witte lid is a large, high dune on the eastern side of Vlieland, between the Fortweg and campsite Stortemelk. It is a quiet and rugged part of the island, where the top rewards you with a ...
The Northeast Corner of Vlieland, often called the Noordestoek or Noorderstoek by the islanders, is the easternmost part of the island. For many visitors, this spot is known as “going around ...
The Kroon’s Polders form a unique nature reserve in the western part of Vlieland, near the Posthuys and the vast sandplain of the Vliehors. What makes the Kroon’s Polders so special? - Four ...
Bomenland is the oldest pine forest on the island and offers a unique mix of nature, tranquillity and impressive views. Here you can walk among coniferous and deciduous trees, spot special birds ...
The Meeuwenduinen (Seagull Dunes) on Vlieland form a unique nature reserve on the western side of the island, nestled between the North Sea and the Kroon’s Polders. What can you expect in the ...
The Posthuiswad on Vlieland is an impressive nature reserve where you can experience the power of the tides and the richness of the Wadden Sea up close. What makes the Posthuiswad so special? - ...
The Oude Kooi is a special cultural-historical monument on Vlieland. This duck decoy tells the story of a centuries-old method of hunting and nature management. What can you expect at the Oude ...
The Valley of Malgum is a quiet and picturesque dune area in the west of Vlieland. What can you expect in the Valley of Malgum? - Varied landscape: Walk or cycle along winding paths, open ...
Bunker Museum Wn 12H on Vlieland is a restored German strongpoint of the Atlantic Wall, hidden in the dunes. You walk past 11 bunkers, trenches, lookouts and gun positions. What can you expect ...
The IJsbaan (ice rink) is a shallow freshwater pond on the edge of Oost-Vlieland, which has been part of village life on Vlieland for more than a century. In a hard winter, islanders strap on ...
Discover a diverse natural landscape filled with forest, dunes, cranberry fields, and cultural history, located in the heart of Vlieland. What to expect in the Lange Paal forest? - Unique ...
The Vliehors is one of the most impressive and unique nature areas of Vlieland. What makes the Vliehors so special? - Gigantic sand plain: This vast sandy area covers around 24 square ...
A climb of the Vuurboetsduin is an absolute must during your stay on Vlieland. Why a visit to the Vuurboetsduin should not be missed - Highest dune of the Wadden Islands: At 45 metres above sea ...
The Nieuwe Kooi is a hidden freshwater pond in the middle of the forest on Vlieland. It was dug at the end of the 19th century as the island's second duck decoy, but as far as is known it was ...
The Kaasbunker on Vlieland is an Atlantic Wall bunker beneath the Vuurboetsduin, the island's highest dune. Cheesemaker Nils Koster matures Vlieland cheese here. What can you expect at the ...