Hollum

Hollum is the largest village on Ameland, Netherlands, one of the West Frisian Islands. It is situated on the westernmost part of the island and had, as of January 2017, a population of 1,165.[1]

Hollum
Village
Hollum
Location in Ameland municipality
Hollum
Location in the Netherlands
Coordinates:
Country Netherlands
Province Friesland
Municipality Ameland
Population
 (2017)
  Total1,165
Time zoneUTC+1 (CET)
  Summer (DST)UTC+2 (CEST)

Culture

Prominent in the town is a Reformed church with foundations from the 12th century and a lighthouse, which is 59 m high, dating from 1880. Another notable feature is the Commandeur huuskes. Commandeur refers to the captain of a whaling ship, as were used during the 18th century to hunt in the Arctic Ocean.

Another notable tourist attraction is the Sorgdragersmuseum, a history museum. The smock mill De Verwachting is in working order.

References

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