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Things to see in Formerum (Netherlands): 7 places and when to go
Formerum is a town in Netherlands, and this site lists 7 places in and around it, mainly History (2), Nature (2), Architecture (1). The best known are Brandaris, Dunes of Terschelling and Het Wakend Oog. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: October to March. In June there are 16 h 43 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 16. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Netherlands · 53.3891, 5.3143
- Places
- 7 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (2) · Nature (2) · Architecture (1) · Wildlife (1) · Beaches (1) · Museums and art (1)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- October to March.
- Nearest airport
- AMS Amsterdam, 126 km as the crow flies
What to see in Formerum
The places in and around Formerum, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- BrandarisLighthouse on the island Terschelling, Netherlands7.4 km
- Dunes of TerschellingDunes of Terschelling2.4 km
- Het Wakend OogHistory7.4 km
- NoordsvaarderBeach9.5 km
- WrakkenmuseumMuseum in Netherlands3 m
- Kaapsduin West-TerschellingDune West-Terschelling, Netherlands7.6 km
- WaddenWandelenNetwork of hiking trails (streekpad) in the Netherlands and Germany561 m
When to go to Formerum
The best time to visit Formerum is April to September; also possible: October to March. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible7:47
- FebPossible9:32
- MarPossible11:30
- AprBest time13:43
- MayBest time15:38
- JunBest time16:43
- JulBest time16:16
- AugBest time14:34
- SepBest time12:24
- OctPossible10:15
- NovPossible8:17
- DecPossible7:16
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h 43 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 16. In June, 7 of the 7 places are at their best.
When to go to Netherlands in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Formerum
The nearest main airport is Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS, Amsterdam), 126 km as the crow flies. How to get around Netherlands (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Hollum11 places22 km
- Vlieland12 places24 km
- Harlingen40 places25 km
- Leeuwarden126 places35 km
- De Cocksdorp27 places44 km
- Hindeloopen33 places50 km
And all of Netherlands, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Formerum?
The best known: Brandaris, Dunes of Terschelling, Het Wakend Oog, Noordsvaarder, Wrakkenmuseum. In all, 7 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Formerum?
April to September; also possible: October to March. In June there are 16 h 43 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 16.
How do you get to Formerum?
The nearest main airport is Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), 126 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Formerum as the destination and these 7 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
Keep reading
- NetherlandsBefore travelling to Netherlands: 6 things worth sorting out, each with its deadline. Spanish citizens can enter with their ID card (DNI).
- History954 places for history in Netherlands, from Rijksmuseum to spots hardly anyone knows. Best time: April to September. Each with its own season by altitude and daylight.
- Where to travelPick what you fancy (mountains, beaches, museums…) and the months you have free, and Kokai tells you which countries to go to and what to see there.
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