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Things to see in Schokland (Netherlands): 33 places and when to go
Schokland is a town in Netherlands, and this site lists 33 places in and around it, mainly Wildlife (12), Nature (11), Architecture (6). The best known are Zwarte Meer, Urk Lighthouse and Poldertoren. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: October to March. In June there are 16 h 35 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 25. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Netherlands · 52.6346, 5.7776
- Places
- 33 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Wildlife (12) · Nature (11) · Architecture (6) · Hiking (6) · Temples (5) · History (4)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- October to March.
- Nearest airport
- AMS Amsterdam, 78 km as the crow flies
What to see in Schokland
The places in and around Schokland, 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.
- Zwarte MeerDutch lake11 km
- Urk LighthouseLighthouse in the Netherlands13 km
- PoldertorenNature8.6 km
- Ruïne ToutenburgCastle in Vollenhove13 km
- EilandbrugBridge over the IJssel river in the Netherlands7.9 km
- KetelbrugBridge9.2 km
- Nieuwe Toren, KampenBell tower in Kampen, Netherlands13 km
- Stadsbrug, KampenBridge13 km
- BuitenkerkChurch in Kampen, Netherlands12 km
- Jachin BoazkerkChurch building in Urk, Netherlands12 km
- Kerkje aan de ZeeChurch13 km
- Museum SchoklandMuseum in Schokland, the Netherlands4 m
- Ramspol BridgeBridge in Netherlands4.8 km
- UrkerbosNature area in the Netherlands12 km
- BethelkerkChurch building in Urk, Netherlands13 km
- Van der Lijn-reservaatProtected area13 km
- RaadhuisBuilding in Urk, the Netherlands13 km
- RoggebotzandForest in Flevoland, the Netherlands8.6 km
- SwitferbosForest near Switferbant, the Netherlands13 km
- Eben HaezerkerkChurch in Urk, Netherlands13 km
- KadoelerbosForest in Kraggenburg, the Netherlands, part of the Voorsterbos12 km
- KamperhoekNature area in Flevoland, the Netherlands10 km
- Ketelmeer & VossemeerProtected area6.3 km
- Kinderboerderij EmmelerbosWith kids · Wildlife9.8 km
And the other 9, by what you come to do:
- Hiking: Pionierspad, Pionierspad, Pionierspad, Pionierspad, Zuiderzeepad, Zuiderzeepad
- Nature: Roggebotstaete, Witte Zandvlakte
- With kids: Urker Hoeve
When to go to Schokland
The best time to visit Schokland 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.
- JanPossible7:55
- FebPossible9:36
- MarPossible11:30
- AprBest time13:40
- MayBest time15:32
- JunBest time16:35
- JulBest time16:09
- AugBest time14:30
- SepBest time12:23
- OctPossible10:18
- NovPossible8:24
- DecPossible7:25
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h 35 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 25. In April, 33 of the 33 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 Schokland
The nearest main airport is Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS, Amsterdam), 78 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
- Biddinghuizen81 places22 km
- Lemmer19 places24 km
- Zwolle103 places25 km
- Lelystad17 places26 km
- Meppel44 places30 km
- Bovenkarspel23 places37 km
And all of Netherlands, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Schokland?
The best known: Zwarte Meer, Urk Lighthouse, Poldertoren, Ruïne Toutenburg, Eilandbrug. In all, 33 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Schokland?
April to September; also possible: October to March. In June there are 16 h 35 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 25.
How do you get to Schokland?
The nearest main airport is Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), 78 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Schokland as the destination and these 33 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).
- Wildlife1555 places for wildlife in Netherlands, from Artis 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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