Corona (Covid-19): Information for visitors of Terschelling

Current local coronavirus COVID-19 figures on Terschelling: https://coronadashboard.government.nl/gemeente/GM0093/positief-geteste-mensen

[ UPDATE 31 July 2021 ] - Holidays on Terschelling are allowed. Day tourists are also welcome.

Are you currently on Terschelling or are you about to travel to Terschelling? On this page you will find information on the current situation and useful links to relevant information sources:
- https://www.holland.com/global/tourism/covid-19.htm

Are the beaches of Terschelling open and accessible?

The beaches of Terschelling are open and accessible. Swimming in the sea is also allowed. Everyone in the Netherlands, also on the beach and in the sea, must keep a minimum distance of 1.5 meters from each other (unless they belong to the same household).
Mouth masks are not mandatory on the beach (or in the sea).

Mouth mask

In the Netherlands, everyone from the age of 13 is obliged to wear a (non-medical) mouth mask in public transport and also it is mandatory to wear a mouth mask in shops, museums, stations, parking garages, petrol stations and other public indoor spaces.

Are shops open?

Non-essential shops, such as fashion stores, are allowed to receive customers without a prior appointment from 28 April 2021 onwards. Here, too, conditions apply, including a maximum number of simultaneous customers.

Are attractions, museums, theaters and other tourist spots still open?

Cinemas, museums, attractions and other recreational and cultural facilities are open, as are outdoor facilities such as theme parks and zoos. You must book ticktets in advance.

Are supermarkets open?

Essential retail stores, such as supermarkets, drugstores, gas stations and pharmacies are opened. They must comply with the measures, however, and wearing a face mask is mandatory to be allowed into the store.

Are restaurants, beach-pavilions, cafés and terraces open?

Restaurants, beach-pavilions, cafés and terraces are allowed to be open between 06:00 and 22:00.

Will events on Terschelling still take place as planned?

Festivals and other events are no longer allowed from October 14, 2020.

We strive for keeping the event overview on our own website as updated as possible. We also recommend informing yourself on the website of the respective organisation.

Already booked a vacation?

Have you already booked a holiday to Terschelling? Please contact the landlord (by phone) for questions about your reservation. You will (most likely) find the contact details on your booking confirmation.

Where is a Corona test center on Terschelling?

You can make a (NAAT(PCR) or a rapid antigen) test appointment via: TestenVoorJeReis.nl

On this website you will automatically find the nearest Coronavirus COVID-19 test locations.

Coronavirus (COVID-19) in the Netherlands

General information on Coronavirus (COVID-19) virus and frequently asked questions and answers can be found on the website of the Dutch National Institute for Public Health and Environment (RIVM):
- https://www.rivm.nl/en/novel-coronavirus-covid-19