Important numbers
In a life-threatening situation or emergency always call 112 (also for the beach lifeguards).
| Name | Phone | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Police (non-emergency) | +31 900 8844 | Voorstreek 28 |
| Fire brigade (non-emergency) | +31 900 0904 | |
| Coastguard | +31 88 797 4388 | |
| GP and pharmacy | +31 519 712 400 | Zorg en Medisch Centrum, Van Starkenborghstraat 17. Emergencies 24/7; otherwise weekdays 8.30–9.30 and 13.30–14.30 |
| Dentist | +31 519 531 777 | Tandartspraktijk Schiermonnikoog, by appointment only |
| Physiotherapist | +31 519 531 927 | A. v.d. Meulen, by appointment; call 12.30–13.00 |
| Home care Het Friese Land | +31 900 8864 | |
| Vet | +31 519 292 526 | Dierenartsenpraktijk Dokkum, Reddingsweg 38; on the island once a month, by appointment |
| Sick seal or bird | +31 6 1076 1812/ +31 6 5335 6521 | Do not pick it up yourself |
| Seal centre Pieterburen | +31 595 526 526 | |
| VVV / Het Baken | +31 519 531 233 | Reeweg 9 |
Post: PostNL point at Het Baken (Reeweg 9); DHL/DPD via Boekhandel Kolstein (Middenstreek 38).
Frequently asked questions
+Which number do I call in an emergency on Schiermonnikoog?
In a life-threatening situation or emergency always call 112, also for the beach lifeguards.
+Where is the GP on Schiermonnikoog?
The GP and pharmacy are at the Zorg en Medisch Centrum, Van Starkenborghstraat 17, phone +31 519 712 400. Emergencies 24/7; otherwise weekdays 8.30–9.30 and 13.30–14.30.
+What should I do about a sick seal or bird?
Do not pick it up yourself; call +31 6 1076 1812 or +31 6 5335 6521.
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