During World War II, the Germans built several bunker emplacements on Ameland.
Some of these are still clearly visible in the landscape, others are hidden under the sand and vegetation. This special cycle tour will take you past tangible and less visible traces of the war, leaving you to reflect on the island's past along the way.
The bike tour starts at the Bunkermuseum Ameland in Hollum. Here you get an immediate first impression of the network of bunkers constructed during the war years. The route is about 25 kilometres long and takes you past various locations that remind you of the occupation years: from simple sand walls and wooden fortifications to concrete bunkers that have stood the test of time.
The tour can be cycled on your own. From May, you can pick up a free route leaflet at the Amelander Museums or VVV Ameland. In the folder you will find the complete route description and extra information about the places you will encounter along the way.
Cycling along along silent witnesses of an eventful time and experience the story of Ameland during the Second World War in a personal and impressive way.
VVVV Ameland
Bureweg 2
9163 KE Nes
The cycle route can also be picked up at one of the Amelander Museums.
Bike along past silent witnesses of an eventful time and experience the story of Ameland during the Second World War in a personal and impressive way.
From 1 May to 1 July 2025, Ameland will mark the 80th anniversary of its liberation from German occupation. During this period, numerous activities will take place on the island under the theme of celebration én reflection.
The activities within the framework of ‘80 years of liberation Ameland’ have come about through a cooperation between the four village interests, the Bunkermuseum (STAM), amateur historians, Municipality of Ameland and other parties involved, including Stichting Wolf, Amelander choirs and music societies, with support from VVV Ameland.
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🔎 Ameland during the Second World War
