Unique on Terschelling
Unique on Terschelling
Terschelling is a special island and like all the other Wadden Islands: unique in its kind. But what exactly makes Terschelling so distinctive from the other Wadden Islands?
This is why you have to visit Terschelling
The cranberry
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Healthy berry
Wadden island Terschelling is known not only for its beautiful nature and rich culture, but also for cranberries, also known as the ‘red gold’. The sour-sweet berries are inextricably linked to the island.Local product
Terschelling's unique soil and mild maritime climate is an ideal environment for growing cranberries. The red berries are used in jam, juice and in traditional dishes, making them a delicious seasoning in local cuisine.
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The Red Gold
In autumn, when the berries are ripe, visitors can participate in picking days, where they can harvest cranberries themselves.Health benefits
The red berries are full of antioxidants and therefore have positive health benefits.A visit to Terschelling is therefore not complete without a tasty encounter with this special fruit! Discover the cranberry, for example, with the Route of the Red Gold!
Bunkers on Terschelling
Did you know that you can find many bunkerrs on the Wadden island of Terschelling? The bunkers are part of the Atlantic Wall. You can find them scattered around the island and both in the woods and on the beach.
One example is the Terschellinger Bunker, where you can learn a lot about the history of World War II and Terschelling's role at that time.
De Sint Jans Church
The oldest building on Terschelling? That's the Sint Jans Church in Hoorn. This national monument dates from the 13th century. Next to the monument is a Sjouw, also known as a time ball. Curious what this means?
Dark Sky Park
Boschplaat nature reserve on Terschelling is part of the Netherlands' first Dark Sky Park! And that is not for nothing, as the Wadden island of Terschelling is oficially among the darkest places in the world. How special is that!
A Dark Sky Park is a unique place where darkness is actively protected. The air there is school, silence reigns and there is little light pollution. As a result, you can see the many stars very well with the naked eye. Even the Milky Way and constellations are easily visible in clear weather because of this. If you want to know more or are curious about activities on the Dark Sky theme, take a look!
