Pack a backpack, put on sturdy shoes and head out. Although National Park De Alde Feanen is best explored by boat, there are good walking opportunities, especially on the eastern side of the park. During your walk you may spot many different birds — you might even encounter a white-tailed eagle.
A good starting point for your walk is the National Park De Alde Feanen information point. The tourist offices in the villages of Grou and Earnewâld are also convenient starting locations. These places are easily accessible by car and offer plenty of parking facilities. For a walk in De Alde Feanen it is recommended to wear sturdy footwear, as the paths can be quite wet in places. Dogs are allowed, provided they are kept on a leash.
Would you like to explore with the map of De Alde Feanen? You can download it here. Looking for tips for along the way? You can find them in our magazine. Read them here.
Many walking routes are difficult to access for people with disabilities, wheelchair users and people with strollers. Fortunately, there are also paved paths available. From the visitor centre you can follow the cycle path along It Lytse Mar to the Jan Durkspolder. The birdwatching hide there is well accessible for wheelchair users and is equipped with a raised platform, allowing you to observe birds comfortably from your wheelchair.
In It Pettebosk, the educational forest, part of the route is paved. The visitor centre is also easily accessible for wheelchair users.
What does De Alde Feanen tell you? Take a moment to pause and observe the flow of the landscape. Obstacles in the water can create a stronger current, and a beaver lodge can cause an entire lake to form. The reflection on the water sometimes reveals more than you first thought you saw. We invite you to slow down. To experience the harmony between people and nature and to observe the natural flow — both within yourself and in nature. Will you help us preserve this unique area?
