Harlingen railway station, Railway station in Harlingen, Netherlands
Harlingen railway station is a passenger building with traditional Dutch features including red brick walls, tall windows, and a characteristic pitched roof above the platforms. The structure combines 19th-century architecture with the practical needs of modern train service.
The building opened in 1863 as part of the Harlingen-Nieuweschans railway line, which connected northern coastal towns with inland regions. This rail connection made possible an important exchange between isolated northern areas and the rest of the country.
The station building is protected as a Rijksmonument and displays typical Dutch construction methods that both locals and visitors recognize. Its status reflects how much this building matters to the city and its heritage.
The station is operated by Arriva with about two departures per hour to Leeuwarden during daytime, with fewer trains in the evening. Travelers should note that schedules and service frequency may vary depending on the time of day and season.
A short walk west leads to Harlingen Haven terminal, where ferry services depart for the North Sea islands of Terschelling and Vlieland. This makes the station a key connection point for travelers heading to the islands.
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