Literary route on the West Frisian Omringdijk

\\\"Once upon a time the sea was raging here, but that time will not come again. Zuiderzee is now called IJsselmeer.\\\" So reads a passage from De Zuiderzee ballade, very appropriate for this literary route on the West Frisian Omringdijk. This exceptionally diverse bike tour takes you from Schagen to Enkhuizen, based on poems and stories. The place Schagen was already mentioned around 975 in various texts, such as in the census of the population; 43 people lived there at the time. There was a lot of water around Schagen, but it would be a long time before there was a coastline near Schagen. Do not forget to visit the special Maria chapel here. It is open daily and is cared for by volunteers. Bird lovers can indulge themselves in the Braakpolder. Waders such as the avocet and lapwing find their paradise here. Even the marsh harrier is spotted here. Do you want to spy on them yourself? The Hoogheemraadschap has installed a beautiful watchtower. From Twisk you arrive in Opperdoes, known for the Opperdoezer Ronde. True enthusiasts consider this potato a delicacy and come from all over the country to Opperdoes especially to buy this potato. Writer Jan Wolkers was a great fan of this potato!