Vliehors Expres Oost-Vlieland - Other activities

The Vliehors Express is a unique way to explore the Dutch Wadden Island of Vlieland. It is a tourist attraction where visitors drive a special truck over the Vliehors, a vast dune area on the west side of the island. The Vliehors Express is a popular activity for tourists looking for adventure and a unique experience.

Route

The Vliehors Express starts at the Posthuys, a historic building on the west side of Vlieland. Here visitors can buy tickets for the Vliehors Express, which departs several times during the day. The truck is specially designed to drive over the sand and has an open roof so that passengers can optimally enjoy the view.

The Vliehors is a vast dune area on the west side of Vlieland and is also called the & #34;Sahara of the North' named for its sand dunes and vast expanses of sand. The area is approximately 20 square kilometers in size and is a popular destination for hikers, cyclists and nature lovers. With the Vliehors Express, visitors can explore this special area without getting tired.

Guided tour

During the ride with the Vliehors Express, the guide will tell you about the history and nature of the Vliehors. For example, the guide tells about the birds that live in the area, the seals that rest on the sandbanks and the special plants that grow here. The guide also tells about the military history of the Vliehors. During the Second World War, the area was used as a training ground for the German Wehrmacht and aircraft were also shot down.

Visit to the lighthouse

A highlight of the Vliehors Express is the visit to the lighthouse . This is a small lighthouse built in 1909 that is still in use today. The lighthouse is located on the westernmost point of the island and can only be reached with the Vliehors Express or with a long walk through the dunes. The view from the lighthouse is spectacular and offers a beautiful panorama over the Vliehors and the Wadden Sea.

The Vliehors Express is not only a fun activity for tourists, it also has an important function for the residents of Vlieland. The Vliehors is a closed area where only the Vliehors Express and the emergency services are allowed to drive. As a result, the area remains protected and the flora and fauna can grow and flourish here undisturbed