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Things to see in Hollum (Netherlands): 11 places and when to go
Hollum is a town in Netherlands, and this site lists 11 places in and around it, mainly Hiking (4), Architecture (3), Museums and art (2). The best known are Bornrif, De Verwachting, Hollum and Dam Holwerd-Ameland. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: October to March. In June there are 16 h 44 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 · 53.4447, 5.6296
- Places
- 11 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Hiking (4) · Architecture (3) · Museums and art (2) · History (2) · Nature (1) · Wildlife (1)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- October to March.
- Nearest airport
- AMS Amsterdam, 139 km as the crow flies
What to see in Hollum
The places in and around Hollum, 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.
- BornrifLighthouse in the Netherlands565 m
- De Verwachting, HollumWindmill in Hollum, Netherlands565 m
- Dam Holwerd-AmelandRuins15 km
- De Phenix, NesWindmill in Nes, Netherlands9.6 km
- Dunes of AmelandDunes of Ameland9.3 km
- Natuurcentrum AmelandMuseum in Nes, the Netherlands9.7 km
- NoordkaapDaymark on Terschelling, Netherlands7.6 km
- WaddenWandelenNetwork of hiking trails (streekpad) in the Netherlands and Germany9.2 km
- WaddenWandelenNetwork of hiking trails (streekpad) in the Netherlands and Germany4.4 km
- WaddenWandelenNetwork of hiking trails (streekpad) in the Netherlands and Germany5.9 km
- WaddenWandelenNetwork of hiking trails (streekpad) in the Netherlands and Germany14 km
When to go to Hollum
The best time to visit Hollum 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
- FebPossible9:31
- MarPossible11:30
- AprBest time13:43
- MayBest time15:38
- JunBest time16:44
- JulBest time16:17
- AugBest time14:34
- SepBest time12:24
- OctPossible10:15
- NovPossible8:17
- DecPossible7:16
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h 44 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 16. In April, 11 of the 11 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 Hollum
The nearest main airport is Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS, Amsterdam), 139 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
- Formerum7 places22 km
- Leeuwarden126 places24 km
- Harlingen40 places33 km
- Eanjum48 places34 km
- Vlieland12 places45 km
- Marum41 places54 km
And all of Netherlands, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Hollum?
The best known: Bornrif, De Verwachting, Hollum, Dam Holwerd-Ameland, De Phenix, Nes, Dunes of Ameland. In all, 11 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Hollum?
April to September; also possible: October to March. In June there are 16 h 44 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 16.
How do you get to Hollum?
The nearest main airport is Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), 139 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Hollum as the destination and these 11 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
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- 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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