🚲 Want to discover Ameland in the most fun way? Cycling is the ultimate way to explore the island! With a bike from Baja Bikes, you can enjoy everything this beautiful Wadden Island has to offer at your own pace.
👉 Rent your bike on Ameland now!
When you say Ameland, you say peace, space, and nature. Here are the 6 most fun things to do in Ameland!
1. Cycling to the Ameland lighthouse 🏯🚴
The red Bornrif Lighthouse is Ameland’s most famous landmark. A climb of 236 steps takes you to a panoramic view over the island, the Wadden Sea, and the North Sea.
- Location: Hollum, west side of the island
- Accessibility: Perfect by bike
- Tickets: Available on-site
🔹 Tip: Bring your camera for spectacular sunset photos from the top!
2. Explore the historic villages 🏡
Ameland has four picturesque villages: Nes, Buren, Ballum, and Hollum. Each village has a unique character and historic attractions.
📍 Must-see locations:
3. Mudflat hiking: a unique nature experience 🌊
Mudflat hiking is the way to truly experience the Wadden area. A guide takes you across the exposed seabed, past sandbanks and channels.
4. Culinary indulgence with local delicacies 🍽️
After an active day on the bike, there’s nothing better than enjoying fresh seafood and regional products from Ameland. The island is known for its artisan cheeses, freshly caught shrimp, and Amelander beer.
📍 Recommended: Visit Restaurant Stranders for a mix of street food and fine dining, with a strong focus on local fish dishes like oysters and cockles from the Wadden Sea.
💡 Extra tip: Try a tasting of Amelander cheese, a local specialty that’s aged on the island and known for its creamy flavor.
5. Seal spotting & water sports 🦭🌊
Want to see wild seals in their natural habitat? 🚤 Book a seal safari from the harbor of Nes! During this boat trip, you’ll sail past sandbanks where the animals are basking in the sun.
📍 Ways to spot seals:
✅ By boat trip: Various providers depart daily from the harbor of Nes.
✅ From the beach: At Hollum and Ballum, you have the best chance of seeing them swimming in the water.
🌊 For the active ones:
Ameland has fantastic beaches and is a paradise for water sports enthusiasts.
🏄♂️ Kitesurfing & windsurfing at Buren Beach
🛞 Beach sailing on the wide sandy beaches
☀️ Relaxing at a beach pavilion and enjoying a drink with a view of the sea
💡 Extra tip: Book your seal tour online, especially during high season, as these trips are popular!
6. Visit the Ameland Nature Center 🌿
Want to learn more about the unique nature of Ameland? Then visit the Ameland Nature Center, where you’ll discover more about the island’s flora, fauna, and ecosystem.
🦀 What can you do here?
✅ Visit the North Sea aquarium and discover the underwater world of the Wadden area
✅ Climb the panorama tower for a stunning view over the nature
✅ Participate in interactive exhibitions about the Wadden area and its special biodiversity
💡 Fun for families! On set days, the fish are fed, with explanations from an expert. Super educational for children!
🚲 Cycling on Ameland: the best way to discover the island
Ameland is compact: only 25 km wide, perfect for exploring by bike! The best way to discover the nature and villages is by renting a bike from Baja Bikes.
✅ You avoid the hassle of parking and cars
✅ You reach places where cars aren’t allowed (like the most beautiful dune paths!)
✅ You enjoy the fresh sea air and nature to the fullest
👉 Rent your bike on Ameland here! 🚴