The ferry to Schiermonnikoog that had previously left from De Skâns-Oostmahorn now leaves from Lauwersoog.

[4] The village was first mentioned in 1543 as Oes(t)mehorne, and means eastern settlement.

[5] De Skâns-Oostmahorn was conquered by the geus (freedom fighter during the Dutch Revolt) Bartholt Entens van Mentheda who constructed a sconce near the village.

The sconce was unsuccessfully attacked in 1576 by the Spanish colonel Caspar Robles.

[5] A coastal battery was built in its place in the late 18th century, and remained in service until 1849.