Sunset

Top choice in Frisian Islands


Not far from the picture-book lighthouse in Hollum is this sizzling beach club on the sand. Lounge here with islanders in the know over a G&T and cocktail and the finest sunset views on the island. Paired with a plate of freshly shucked oysters, you can't go wrong.

All-day dining is equally fabulous. The kitchen cooks up creative fish, pulled-pork and felafel sandwiches (€12) alongside soups, toasties and burgers for lunch. Come dusk, tuck into spicy tuna sushi, smoked mackerel with green-tea noodles or simply the catch of the day fresh from the North Sea.


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