IJlst Canal (Drylts) – Eegracht, IJlst loop from IJlst

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Netherlands

Friesland

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IJlst Canal (Drylts) – Eegracht, IJlst loop from IJlst

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IJlst Canal (Drylts) – Eegracht, IJlst loop from IJlst

01:17

5.07km

10m

Hiking

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

Last updated: July 31, 2026

This route includes a ferry crossing

Tips

Includes a ferry crossing

Check ferry timetable.

After 1.27 km for 17 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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208 m

IJlst Canal (Drylts)

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One of the eleven cities.

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334 m

Galamagracht and the Overtuinen of IJlst

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Unique and characteristic of IJlst are the gardens on both sides of the Ee. A river with the character of a city canal.

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400 m

IJlst Historic Center

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Beautiful view over the canals of this city.

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534 m

Mennonite Church

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The De Doopsgezinde Kerk (=Mennonite Church) of IJlst is a church building in the municipality of Súdwest-Fryslân in the Dutch province of Friesland. The church building is a national monument.

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620 m

Historic Houses and Canals of IJlst

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Funny to see these overgardens.

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676 m

The old town hall

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The Mauritiuskerk in IJlst is impressive and the surrounding area is a lovely place to take a walk.

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1.20 km

The factory's old chimney, on which the company name can be read from top to bottom, is a defining feature of IJlst's skyline. For decades, the factory was a leader in the production of ice skates, children's toys, and, above all, tools.

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4.55 km