With its endless golden coastline, beautiful lighthouses and stunning views, the European island is a fantastic holiday destination. As much of Europe gets hot with high temperature warnings up to 40c, this ideal escape offers more enjoyable beach weather with easy-to-use sunlight and typical highs of 26c.
Four unique villages offer a laid back holiday atmosphere, with shops, restaurants and a handful of hotels, this island really has everything, but somewhat undiscovered. The Netherlands Ameland is one of several islands on the mainland, with “comfortable” sea-blowing temperatures of up to 21C await you. This underrated holiday spot is looking for a summery spot, but perfect if it's not too burned, as typical vacation spots like Portugal, Spain, Italy, France experience a deadly heatwave.
Once you have no more dangerous heat, Ameland offers a stress-free holiday opportunity. You can relax in the comfortable sunlight on the 16 miles of beach all day.
But while it's not just the beach here, the golden coast and coastal views are amazing with the dunes and clear waters, there are plenty of other fun things to do in Ameland too.
Ameland is one of several islands off the coast of the mainland in the northern Netherlands, with several hotels, Airbnb lettings, guest houses and even tents.
You can roam along the picturesque streets and explore the village of NES on the island, a stone throw from the harbor. The area is full of local shops and restaurants.
The Ameland website (www.ameland.de) describes the vibrant NES as the largest and most vibrant village on the island with traditional 17th century homes on several old streets.
Other villages on this small island are Hollum, Ballum and Buren. Everything has its own unique charm.
Hollum preserves the village status and retains the historic vibe with some beautiful streets to take a walk, but some travelers said it is less relaxed than the NES.
Vuurtoren Ameland is the lighthouse tower at Hollum and is worth a visit, according to a reviewer on TripAdvisor, according to climbing several steps.
In June, a visitor reviewed Vuurtoren Ameland, writing:
“There's not much space above the tower. If you go early, it's fine.”
Balam, the smallest village of Americaland, is “quiet, yet full of surprises and charm,” reports the Ameland website, home to “cobblestone streets, historic houses and centuries of trees.”
Buren Village, on the east side of the island, is said to be quiet and set in an agricultural area. It is also close to the nature reserve.
All parts of Ameland are close to seemingly endless sandy beaches, making it seem like there is more room for towels than many seaside spots in other European destinations.
All four villages boast several museums where you can discover the heritage and history of the American Land.
There is an indoor and outdoor play area for holiday parks that offer children, bowling centres, outdoor swimming pools and family-friendly entertainment.
You can book a boat trip sea safari. There are several farms scattered around the island. You can also take ferries to several nearby islands, such as Cielmonikog and Terchel, or travel to mainland Amsterdam.
