How do you get to Terschelling and how often does the ferry run?

Rederij Doeksen operates ferries from Harlingen to Terschelling. The regular ferry takes approximately two hours, while the direct fast ferry takes around 50 minutes. There are at least four sailings to the island each day, with additional departures during busier periods. Check the latest departure times on the Rederij Doeksen timetable and book your crossing in advance.

Do you need a car on Terschelling?

No, Terschelling is easy to explore without a car. Buses and taxis are available from the ferry port in West-Terschelling, and bicycles can be hired across the island. Elements Terschelling is approximately 13 kilometres from the port, nestled among the dunes of Formerum aan Zee. Cycling is a lovely way to discover the beaches, woodland and villages at your own pace. If you prefer to bring your own car, you can book a vehicle crossing on the regular ferry with Rederij Doeksen.

What is the difference between the apartments and the hotel rooms?

The apartments are spacious and feature a private kitchen, separate living and sleeping areas, and a terrace or balcony. A washing machine and dryer also make an apartment particularly suitable for a longer stay. The hotel rooms are more compact, yet still stylishly furnished and equipped with all the comforts for a shorter stay.

Does the apartment have a sea view?

Some apartments at Elements Terschelling offer views of the North Sea, although not every apartment has a sea view. The Sea and Dune View Apartment and the Sea and Dune View Apartment with Sauna overlook the sea and surrounding dunes. The Panorama Penthouse offers exceptional 180-degree panoramic views of the sea, dunes and woodland, with balconies on multiple sides. Other apartments overlook the dunes or woodland. We recommend checking the photographs and features of your chosen apartment before booking. You can also explore the hotel rooms at Elements Terschelling for accommodation with sea views.

Can I stay in an apartment by the sea with my dog?

Yes, dogs are welcome in selected apartments at Elements Terschelling, including the Spacious Dune Apartment, Family Dune Apartment and Spacious Dune View Apartment. A maximum of one dog is allowed in each of these apartments. From Elements, you can walk straight into the dunes, with the North Sea beach just a short distance away. Check the pet policy before booking. Prefer a separate holiday home? Explore our dog-friendly holiday homes.

Elements Terschelling met uitzicht op duinen bij avondlicht.

Apartments by the sea

Right at the beach

An apartment by the sea, nestled among the dunes and just 50 metres from the North Sea beach. Discover Elements Terschelling by Dutchen, located in Formerum aan Zee. A special place where the tranquillity of island life meets stylish architecture, natural materials and the comfort of your own apartment.

Luxury living area of the Dune-view apartment with sauna at Elements Terschelling, featuring a seating area, wooden kitchen and round dining table.

Apartment or Hotel Room by the Coast

Which suits your stay?

At Elements Terschelling, you can choose between your own apartment on Terschelling and a comfortable hotel room. What suits you best depends on how you would like to spend your days on the island and who you want to share them with.

The apartments offer 70 to 130 m² of space for two to six guests. Each has its own living room, fully equipped kitchen and separate bedrooms. The beds are made before your arrival, with towels and bathrobes ready for you. Staying a little longer at Elements? After five nights, your apartment receives an additional clean, along with fresh towels.

In our hotel rooms, you can enjoy every comfort and attentive service, with a delicious breakfast each morning and daily room servicing. The apartments, meanwhile, give you the freedom to make each day your own. Enjoy breakfast whenever you like, cook at your leisure and spend your time exactly as you wish.

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The island between two seas

On Terschelling, the holiday feeling begins with the ferry crossing. The mainland gradually disappears from view, giving way to the open landscape of the Wadden Sea. Renting a holiday apartment by the sea means choosing wide sandy beaches, sheltered woodland and small villages where island life follows its own pace.

From Elements in Formerum aan Zee, cycling is a wonderful way to explore the island. Follow a path through the Formerumerbos woodland, stop for coffee in Midsland or head towards the eastern side of Terschelling. On one side lies the North Sea, with its expansive beaches; on the other, the Wadden Sea, where the tides continually reshape the landscape.

It is this variety that makes Terschelling so appealing. Spend one day exploring the dunes and the next discovering another corner of the island. Sometimes, a long walk by the sea is all you need.

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Luxury apartments on Terschelling

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Woon- en eetgedeelte in duplex appartement met uitzicht op de duinen.

Dune view apartment

EXPANSIVE DUNE VIEWS

Luxe woonkamer in duplex appartement voor 4 personen op de bovenste verdieping.

Sea and dune view apartment

SPECTACULAR VIEWS OF THE SEA AND DUNES

Royal dune apartment

RIGHT BESIDE THE DUNES

Dune view apartment with sauna

PRIVATE WELLNESS

Panorama penthouse

180° PANORAMA

Ruime leefruimte in duplex appartement 4 personen bij Elements Terschelling.

Sea and dune view apartment with sauna

PURE RELAXATION

Stijlvol appartement bij Elements Terschelling met warm interieur, natuurlijke materialen en uitzicht op de duinen.

family dune apartment

TERRACE AMONG THE DUNES

Kustlijn met duinen en strand op Terschelling bij zonlicht.

Your own place between the dunes and the sea

Space to explore the island your way

At Elements Terschelling, the North Sea beach is just 50 metres away. From the building, a path through the dunes leads directly to the expansive sandy beach. Head out for an early morning walk, take a refreshing dip or feel the sand beneath your feet at the end of the day. Here, the comforts of home and outdoor living come together naturally.

The coastal apartments range from 70 to 130 m² and accommodate one to six guests. With your own living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a Quooker tap, and a washing machine and tumble dryer, everything you need is close at hand. The beds are made, luxurious toiletries are provided, and every apartment has a House of Marley record player with a selection of vinyl records. Fancy listening to something different? You will find more records to choose from in the lobby.

The layout also gives you the freedom to enjoy your stay in your own way. The duplex apartments have two or three bedrooms and two bathrooms arranged across different floors. Ideal when you are travelling together but still appreciate having your own space. In the ground-floor dune apartments, you can step straight outside into the surrounding dune landscape.

Every apartment has its own character, from a sheltered dune terrace or balcony to a private sauna or panoramic views across the surroundings. An apartment in Formerum aan Zee feels like your own home on the island, with plenty of space to appreciate life's little moments.

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A vast, peaceful sandy beach on one of the Wadden Islands, with views of the sea and the dunes.

Balkon met zitje en uitzicht over de duinen bij Elements Terschelling.

Apartment with sea view

A different view everyday

Wake up to the morning light over the North Sea or watch the dunes change with the seasons from your balcony. At Elements Terschelling, you can stay in an apartment with a sea view, with the outlook varying according to the apartment type and its position within the building.

The Sea and Dune View Apartment has balconies on two sides, offering views of the sea, dunes and woodland. The Sea and Dune View Apartment with Sauna combines these expansive views with your own wellness facilities. From the Panorama Penthouse, you can enjoy a sweeping panorama of the surrounding landscape.

Other apartments, such as the Dune View Apartment and Spacious Dune Apartment, look out towards the dunes and the surrounding natural scenery.

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Dog standing among marram grass in the dunes of Terschelling, with Elements hotel in the background.

Dog-friendly apartment by the sea

Explore the nature of Terschelling together

Fancy enjoying long beach walks and the natural beauty of Terschelling with your dog? At Elements, dogs are welcome in selected apartments. A maximum of one dog is permitted in the Spacious Dune Apartment, Family Dune Apartment and Royal Dune View Apartment.

From your apartment, you can walk through the dunes towards the beach or explore the island's woodland and trails together. There is plenty of time to enjoy the outdoors, discover new places and return to the comfort of your apartment after a long walk.

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Moderne zithoek in luxe appartement op Terschelling met rustgevende uitstraling.

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Your own place on Terschelling

A few days on the island, with the dunes on your doorstep and the freedom to make your own plans. At Elements Terschelling, you stay in a stylish apartment by the beach, with nature, restaurant Dún and the wellness facilities all close by.

Browse the available apartments, choose your preferred dates and discover which accommodation suits you best. A minimum stay of two nights applies to the apartments.

Looking for a different type of stay? Discover our hotel rooms at Elements Terschelling or explore Dutchen's holiday homes by the sea in North Holland and on Texel.

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