New Year's Day plunge 2027

The annual Nieuwjaarsduik on Terschelling is a refreshing way to start the new year. Participants plunge into the cold North Sea together at Midsland aan Zee. The next edition is expected on Friday 1 January 2027; details have not yet been announced.

What can you expect at the Nieuwjaarsduik on Terschelling?

• Location: the meeting point is at the water's edge directly opposite beach pavilion De Branding, on the beach at Midsland aan Zee.
• Changing tent: at the previous edition a tent was provided for changing.
• Time: at the previous edition the dive took place between 1 pm and 2 pm.
• Spectators: it is fun for non-divers too to cheer on the participants from the beach.

Practical information

• Organiser: Vogelopvang Terschelling (bird rescue centre), with volunteers from the KNRM lifeboat service.
• Payment and info: through VVV Terschelling. Details for 2027 are usually announced in November or December.
• Weather: the dive is subject to the weather. In stormy conditions it is sometimes cancelled.