Parking in Harlingen

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Parking your car in Harlingen? The best place to park is at one of the official parking locations of the municipality of Harlingen. With the largest parking selection, we always have the perfect parking spot for you. Find the best parking option and travel without worrying about parking. Our parking accommodations in Harlingen are the perfect starting point for a carefree start to your activity or holiday. Book a parking space online and rest assured your car will be in a safe place. Can't make a reservation? Don't worry, we always have enough parking spaces.

Do you have any questions about parking in Harlingen? Please contact our parking manager at info@parkerenharlingen.nl or call +31 (0) 517 - 41 35 27 (available between 07:00 - 20:30).

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Attention: Maintenance work will take place at the Tsjerk Hiddessluizen near the island parking locations from September 25th (10:00 PM) to October 2nd, 2023 (6:00 AM). There is a road closure for motor vehicles. The shuttle service from P1/P2/P3 to the ferry terminal will detour via the N31. Additionally, the Waddenpromenade is not accessible via the N390. Please anticipate longer travel times. There is, however, unrestricted access for cyclists and pedestrians

Parking locations in Harlingen

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Are you going on a trip to Harlingen soon to visit our port city, or because you are going on holiday to Terschelling or Vlieland? Check out the parking options we have listed for you. Reserve your best parking space in Harlingen today and go on holiday without having to worry about parking. Or find the best short-term parking for a visit to Friesland’s only port city. See you soon in Harlingen!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the best place to park?

If you are travelling to Terschelling or Vlieland soon, it is best to park your car in the long-term car parks P1/P2/P3 (also known as 'Tsjerk Hides') on Harlingerstraatweg. Will you be sailing with the Bruine Vloot soon? The best place to park your car is at Westerzeedijk. If you are travelling to Harlingen to visit our port city, the best place to park your car is in the Waddenpromenade multi-storey car park or at one of our short-term parking locations.

Can I book in advance?

Pre-booking is recommended for island parking. Please book online so that you are assured of a parking space for your car. Your booking is based on your registration number, so all you will need to do is park your car. Have you not made a reservation or are you unable to make a reservation? Don't worry, there is always plenty of parking. Have you decided to stay a little longer on the islands or in Harlingen? Simply pay the difference when you leave. Book your parking space online here. Please note: pre-booking for parking for the Bruine Vloot or Waddenpromenade is not available.

What is the best way to get to the parking locations in Harlingen?

If you are travelling to Harlingen for a visit to Terschelling or Vlieland, you will be directed to our parking facilities by road signs. A shuttle bus runs from these facilities, taking you to the Waddenpromenade where the ferries of Rederij Doeksen depart. Please leave well in advance; we advise you to arrive in Harlingen at least one hour before departure for the islands. This way you won’t need to worry about parking, and you will have a relaxed start to your holiday. More about travelling to Harlingen can be found on the page about the route to the locations.

What is the best way to get to the parking locations?

If you are travelling to Harlingen for a visit to Terschelling or Vlieland, you will be directed to our parking location by road signs. A shuttle bus runs from these locations, which takes you to the Waddenpromenade where the ferries of Rederij Doeksen depart. We advise you to leave on time so that you have a relaxed start to your holiday.

What are the opening times of the parking locations?

The long-term parking P1/P2/P3, the Waddenpromenade multi-storey car park and the Bruine Vloot parking on Westerzeedijk are open daily from 7:00 am to 8:30 pm. Entry and exit is only possible between these times. If there are changes in the sailing schedule of Rederij Doeksen, we will adjust the opening hours of the parking facilities P1/P2/P3 accordingly.

How often does the shuttle bus leave from the long-term car parks?

The timetable for our free shuttle bus is tailored to the sailing schedule of Rederij Doeksen. We will make sure you are dropped off at the Waddenpromenade on time. Here you can board the ferry of Rederij Doeksen.

Can I also purchase a subscription?

Do you live or work on Terschelling or Vlieland? A parking subscription of €70 per month may be advantageous for you. Inquire about the possibilities by filling out the contact form on the subscriptions page.

Are there parking spaces for the disabled?

Yes, there are two disabled parking spaces at P1.

Can I charge my electric car?

Yes, you can. There are 2 charging points in the Waddenpromenade multi-storey car park. There are 4 charging points in the P1 long-term car park. Please keep in mind that there are a limited number of charging points.

Can I park my bicycle somewhere?

The best place to park your bicycle is in the Waddenpromenade multi-storey car park. There is a covered bicycle shed which is open during the day and freely accessible.