Mantingerzand Nature Reserve – Ancient Oaks at Mantingerzand loop from Mantinge

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Netherlands

Drenthe

Midden-Drenthe

Mantingerzand Nature Reserve – Ancient Oaks at Mantingerzand loop from Mantinge

Easy

4.8

(110)

713

hikers

Mantingerzand Nature Reserve – Ancient Oaks at Mantingerzand loop from Mantinge

01:15

4.98km

10m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 31, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Mantingerzand

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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600 m

Mantingerzand Nature Reserve

Highlight • Natural

The Mantingerzand is located northeast of Hoogeveen and was created by the cutting of heathland sods and the presence of sheep in the area. It is without doubt one of the most beautiful shifting sand areas in the Netherlands.

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1.35 km

View of the Heather Field

Highlight • Viewpoint

a beautiful view towards the heath

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1.46 km

Distinctive Pines of Mantingerzand

Highlight • Forest

The characteristic pine trees of the Mantingerzand are striking conifers that thrive in the area's dry, sandy soil. They give the landscape its distinctive character, often in combination with heathlands …

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1.65 km

Paths Through the Juniper Trees in Mantingerzand

Highlight • Forest

Juniper shrubs are evergreen conifers known for their blue berries.

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1.88 km

Ancient Oaks at Mantingerzand

Highlight • Natural Monument

Ancient oaks are very old, often hundreds of years old, oak trees that play a vital role in the ecosystem. They provide a habitat for numerous plants, birds, insects, and …

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2.37 km

Picnic Spot at Mantingerzand

Highlight • Rest Area

Here is a table in a beautiful spot.

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2.63 km

Walking Trails in Mantingerzand

Highlight • Trail

Beautiful hiking trails through a varied area.

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3.55 km

Narrow sandy path through Mantingerzand

Highlight • Trail

Mantingerzand is a vast nature reserve in Drenthe, known for its sand drifts, heathlands, and woods. The area offers a unique open landscape experience and is important for plant and …

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4.98 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.00 km

939 m

Surfaces

2.88 km

1.12 km

875 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Monday 12 October

19°C

8°C

73 %

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Max wind speed: 24.0 km/h

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Comments

June 27, 2025,🇳🇱 Rondje Mantingerzand 🥾, 27.06.2025

After a wet morning the rain clouds disappeared, later a pale sun shone...
A nice round made over the Mantingerzand and Mantingerveld. Beautiful varied walking route over forest and sand paths. We were on the road early and saw no other hikers... Lovely round...😄🥾

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