Onnerpolder Nature Reserve – Oostpolder Birdwatching Tower loop from Zuidlaardermeergebied

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Onnerpolder Nature Reserve – Oostpolder Birdwatching Tower loop from Zuidlaardermeergebied

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4.4

(36)

110

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Onnerpolder Nature Reserve – Oostpolder Birdwatching Tower loop from Zuidlaardermeergebied

01:40

6.66km

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: August 17, 2026

This route includes a ferry crossing

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Includes ferry crossings

Check ferry timetable.

After 361 m for 40 m

After 6.28 km for 40 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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351 m

Ferry Meerwijck

Highlight • Rest Area

Now back in use. Self-service by means of a crank, you can train your arms and give your legs a rest :-) On the Meerwijck side you have to cross the campsite.

Sailing schedule/to be used according to the internet on the following dates/times:

April 1 to June 30:
Mon: 09:00 - 19:00
Tues: 09:00 - 19:00
Wed: 09:00 - 19:00
Thurs: 09:00 - 19:00
Fri: 09:00 - 19:00
Sat: 09:00 - 19:00
Sun: 09:00 - 19:00

July 1 to August 31:
Mon: 09:00 - 21:00
Tues: 09:00 - 21:00
Wed: 09:00 - 21:00
Thu: 09:00 - 21:00
Fri: 09:00 - 21:00
Sat: 09:00 - 21:00
Sun: 09:00 - 21:00

September 1 to September 30:
Mon: 09:00 - 19:00
Tues: 09:00 - 19:00
Wed: 09:00 - 19:00
Thurs: 09:00 - 19:00
Fri: 09:00 - 19:00
Sat: 09:00 - 19:00
Sun: 09:00 - 19:00

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406 m

Zuidlaardermeer Bike Ferry

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

This ferry is now electric, no muscle power is needed.
It is open until 7 pm, and please note that you can NOT use it all year round. It is closed in the winter.

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743 m

Onnerpolder Nature Reserve

Highlight • Natural

West of the Drentse Diep (the canalized course of the Hunze near the Zuidlaardermeer) lies the Onnerpolder, which in turn is part of the higher and more parceled sandy soils of the Hondsrug.

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2.79 km

Along the Zuidlaardermeer

Highlight • Lake

3.81 km

Zuidlaardermeer Observation Tower

Highlight • Viewpoint

3.93 km

Oostpolder Birdwatching Tower

Highlight • Viewpoint

Nice place for a break, whether you like bird watching or not;)

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4.01 km

Leinwijk Observation Tower at the Zuidlaardermeer

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beautiful lookout tower over the Zuidlaardermeer. You can go there by boat or by bike or on foot and enjoy the great view. You can also picnic on the jetty!

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4.72 km

View of Zuidlaardermeer

Highlight • Viewpoint

A wide view over the Zuidlaardermeer, where water, reed fields and vast skies come together. From this spot you look out over the quiet lake, where water birds can often be seen and you can experience the tranquility of the landscape. Ideal for a relaxing moment in nature, with a beautiful view of this Drenthe lake.

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