Water-rich nature reserve in the Green Heart
The Reeuwijkse Plassen are thirteen interconnected lakes in the Green Heart, situated between Bodegraven and Gouda, to the east of Reeuwijk. The area of approximately 735 hectares was largely formed in the 18th century through peat extraction and has a rich biodiversity: large parts have been designated as a Natura 2000 area.
Besides walking and cycling, the area offers plenty of opportunities for sailing, surfing, swimming and canoeing. Management is in the hands of Staatsbosbeheer, on behalf of Groenalliantie Midden-Holland.
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Highlights
- Paddle through narrow reed channels by canoe or SUP
- Herons, grebes, and kingfishers if you're quiet and lucky
- Swimming spots in summer: clear water, sandy edges
- Walking and cycling paths around the lakes
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Reeuwijkse Hout
Swimming, climbing and roaming in the forest on the edge of the Reeuwijkse Plassen.
Restaurant Paviljoen 't Reeuwijkse Hout
Dining with a view over the Reeuwijkse Plassen, right in the middle of the recreation forest.
Kinderboerderij De Goudse Hofsteden
A city farm where chickens have the right of way.
Gouda Cheese Experience
Become a Gouda cheese master yourself in one hour, tasting is mandatory.
Paagman Gouda
Browsing through books in the familiar setting of the old Verkaaik store.
't Kaaswinkeltje Gouda
The oldest cheese shop in Gouda, stacked to the ceiling with farmhouse cheese.