Terschelling is ideally suited for a longer or shorter stay with children. It is close by, so you do not have to drive far, and yet it feels like you are far from home. The crossing with the boat is already a great experience for children and once they arrive on the island there is plenty to do and discover.

With Staatsbosbeheer
During the summer season the Forestry Commission organizes regular excursions especially for children. More information can be found in the information paper De Sjouw and can be obtained at VVV Terschelling. Also come and play in the natural playground 't Speulbos in Midsland.

To the animals
Crazy about pony riding? That is possible at 'De Prairie' in Formerum or 'Terpstra' in Hoorn. There are also several sheep cheese farms with viewing afternoons on the island.

Short covered wagon trips are very suitable for children and are offered by all the covered wagon companies on the island. Of course there are many special activities for children, like going to the Wadden Sea with the Waddenvereniging.

Click here for an overview of everything there is to do and discover for children.

Playground and playground equipment
These are great places for the little ones to play, at many different locations.

• Speeltuin (Playground) Zonneweelde in Hoorn
• Playground at the marina in West-Terschelling
• Playground at MooiWeer in West-Terschelling
• Playground in Midsland aan Zee
• Speulbos (play in the Woods) Midsland
• Minigolf at the Molenbaan in Formerum or De Richel (West)