Gaasterland
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smout
Gaasterland feels like a totally different Waterland van Friesland. Standing on one of the three ridges along the IJsselmeer lake, you'll have beautiful panoramic views all the way to the horizon. And in the age-old woodlands, it's nice and 'smout', sheltered from the wind, as we would say. Thanks to the rolling hills, you'd almost forget you're in Friesland. Why not have a wander around the famous Rijsterbos woods or visit the Mirnser Klif? Gaasterland can be explored on foot, by bike, by boat or even on horseback.
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Dragonfly nature reserve in Wyldemerk
Dragonfly nature reserve in Wyldemerk
“Wyldemerk is a quiet area nowadays, but it used to be a lot more hectic when it was the Wilde Markt (wild market), with horse racing, funfairs and trading markets. The sandy excavations have since formed a maze of pools and fens, home to no less than 25 different species of dragonflies.”
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Sailing around the woods
Sailing around the woods
Sail down the Luts river through Gaasterland to discover just how beautiful the countryside can be. Your trip on the river will take you right through the woodlands. And who knows, you might well spot a kingfisher, sand martin, badger or roe deer along the way. Or rent a E-chopper, a supertrendy electric scooter. There are plenty of options to rent for a lovely trip through Gaasterland.
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Workout in Gaasterland
Workout in Gaasterland
Have you noticed how the landscape is not completely flat in this very special region? How can that be? During the ice age, glaciers pushed up the land, forming ripples as it were. This so-called moraine landscape is fantastic for cycling. And a good workout for your leg muscles!
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Cliffs of Gaasterland
There's a little corner of England in Friesland, on the IJsselmeer shores in Gaasterland. Small they may be, but there are three perfectly formed little cliffs. From here, you'll have magnificent views of the birds and kitesurfers soaring through the air.
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Landscape of national importance
Landscape of national importance
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Rijsterbos
Rijsterbos
