Walking through the swampy Weerribben
Steenwijkerland, Overijssel, The Netherlands
Hiking route: 335788
Provided by: Groots Genieten
19.0 km
04:44 h
1078 kcal
10 m
Description
In this area, lakes, gullies, ponds and canals alternate with reedlands, swamp forests and quaking peat. This route takes you straight through the Weerribben-Wieden National Park. Enjoy unspoiled nature here and walk past sights such as the church in Paasloo and the characteristic wooded banks in the area.
Peat extraction in the Weerribben
Did you know that the name Weerribben comes from the peat extraction that took place in this area? Barriers were created at places where peat was dug. The excavated peat was placed on the ribs because it was dry there. The original peat swamp in this area has changed under the influence of humans. For example, the area was drained by digging ditches.
Changing nature
In winter the reeds are cut in this area. In the spring, fresh green stems spring up and the views slowly disappear into high green walls of reeds. In autumn the reed turns from green to golden brown, ready to be cut again in the winter. Nature changes with every season. The area has been made accessible by constructing bridges and decking. This way you can walk across this swampy, floating land without getting your feet wet. In short, enjoy nature without the inconveniences.
Peat extraction in the Weerribben
Did you know that the name Weerribben comes from the peat extraction that took place in this area? Barriers were created at places where peat was dug. The excavated peat was placed on the ribs because it was dry there. The original peat swamp in this area has changed under the influence of humans. For example, the area was drained by digging ditches.
Changing nature
In winter the reeds are cut in this area. In the spring, fresh green stems spring up and the views slowly disappear into high green walls of reeds. In autumn the reed turns from green to golden brown, ready to be cut again in the winter. Nature changes with every season. The area has been made accessible by constructing bridges and decking. This way you can walk across this swampy, floating land without getting your feet wet. In short, enjoy nature without the inconveniences.
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Your starting point
Junction a41
8378JJ SteenwijkerlandParkeerplaats centrum
Binnenweg8378 Steenwijkerland
Oplaadpunt
De Eikenhof8378JJ Steenwijkerland
Bezoekerscentrum De Weerribben
Hoogeweg8376 Steenwijkerland
Tourist Info Ossenzijl
Buitencentrum Weerribben 278376 EM Steenwijkerland
+31 (0)546 47 72 72
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Directions
| # | Description | Distance | |
|---|---|---|---|
a41 | a41 (8378JJ, Steenwijkerland, Overijssel, The Netherlands) | 0.00 km | |
a42 | a42 (8378JE, Steenwijkerland, Overijssel, The Netherlands) | 0.54 km | |
a46 | a46 (8378EN, Steenwijkerland, Overijssel, The Netherlands) | 1.23 km | |
a45 | a45 (Hooiweg, 8378EN, Steenwijkerland, Overijssel, The Netherlands) | 1.48 km | |
D13 | D13 (8378EN, Steenwijkerland, Overijssel, The Netherlands) | 1.92 km | |
d12 | d12 (8377EL, Steenwijkerland, Overijssel, The Netherlands) | 3.23 km |
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