The charm of the Groningen polder land

You quickly associate Groningen with vast polders and long canals. This route takes you through this characteristic landscape where you can spot many water and meadow birds. The Hoge Hereweg runs straight through the Appelbergen nature reserve. Later Appelbergen became a military training area. You will also find a monument here to commemorate these victims. The nature reserve consists of forests, heathland, peat remnants, swamps and some drifting sand hills. Near Appelbergen you drive past the Witte Molen, which was built in 1892. With its white wooden hull and red corner piping, it really is a beauty. On the banks of the Zuidlaardermeer you drive past willows, alder groves and polders. You conclude this beautiful tour at Paviljoen Appelbergen. You are very welcome here for coffee with apple pie, tasty sandwiches and freshly baked pancakes.