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The Alkmaarder- and Uitgeestermeer

in Laag Holland

Aerial view of the Alkmaarder and Uitgeestermeer lake A couple cycle a route along the Alkmaarder and Uitgeestermeer lake. A family on a canoe route along the Alkmaarder and Uitgeestermeer lake.

Splash, Splatter, Splash - Alkmaarder and Uitgeestermeer lake and more

The area between Alkmaar, the North Sea Canal and Zaanstad offers excellent opportunities for leisure activities. The Alkmaarder- and Uitgeestermeer recreational area offers a wide range of water sports, agricultural activities and cultural heritage sites such as forts and windmills. Here, you can swim, go boating or enjoy water sports to your heart’s content. From a leisurely swim to challenging yourself on water skis or a SUP board: it’s all possible here! Around the Alkmaardermeer and Uitgeestermeer lakes, you’ll also find various sandy beaches, play areas, (day) campsites and a range of restaurants and cafés with lovely terraces by the water.

On the eastern edge of Beverwijk lies the Aagtenpark: a beautiful nature reserve and walking area. This park forms a link between the town and the countryside, including the Rorik estate in the Buitenlanden recreation area and the forts of the Defence Line of Amsterdam. The many walking and cycling routes in this region take you along winding dykes, past beautiful polders and the Alkmaardermeer and Uitgeestermeer lakes.

  • Swimming

    A little boy plays on the beach at the Alkmaarder and Uitgeestermeer lake.

    Of course, Laag Holland has swimming pools, but where nature allows, it is much more fun to take a refreshing dip in natural water. At recreation areas Zwaansmeer and Dorregeest there are sandy beaches and playing fields, and at the Hoorne in Akersloot you will find a large grassy area by the water.

  • Water sports

    A water skier behind a boat on the Alkmaarder and Uitgeest lake

    Those who like a bit of action can go to
    De Deilings (near De Woudhaven), where you can come water-ski or wakeboard to your heart's content from May to October. There is a water-ski club here with a slalom course and a trailer ramp to put your boat in the water. Just apply for an exemption from the recreation authority first.

    Water sports

  • Sailing

    There is nothing more fun than renting a sloop on a beautiful day and sailing gently along the Alkmaarder- and Uitgeestermeer Lake. Download the Sloepennetwerk app and map out a nice route yourself. The app provides information on kilometres, duration and nice terraces where you can moor.

    Sailing

  • Surfing

    A windsurfer with a green sail on the Alkmaarder and Uitgeestermeer lake

    Windsurfers do their battle with the elements here, constantly looking for a thrill. On some days, the water looks colourful with coloured sails! East of Uitgeest near Dorregeest and Zwaansmeer are special surf banks where you can board. Kitesurfing is prohibited here.

    Surfing

  • Canoeing or Suppen

    A supper on the Alkmaarder and Uitgeestermeer lake

    Instead of acrobatics on water skis or wakeboard, it is fun to explore the Alkmaarder- and Uitgeestermeer lake from a canoe or on a SUP-board. The nature area between Krommenie and Uitgeest lends itself perfectly to long trips with its endless network of narrow ditches.

    Canoeing or Suppen

  • Sailing

    Two sailboats on the Alkmaarder and Uitgeestermeer lake

    Glide across the water with your own strings attached! Hang on to the more than 600 hectares of water of the Alkmaarder- en Uitgeestermeer and slalom from one side to the other. You can even moor at the Pannekoek island in the middle of the lake or at the Hoorne recreation area.

    Sailing

Heritage Park The Hope

The brand new 'Erfgoedpark de Hoop' is located on the Uitgeestermeer lake. A beautiful green and watery environment where there is plenty to do for every holiday lover. Here, you can undertake various water sports activities, explore the surroundings and spend the night in glamping lodges, luxury holiday homes or in the B&B.

Heritage Park the Hope
An aerial view of Heritage Park de Hoop on the Alkmaarder Lake.

Cycling and hiking - around lake Alkmaarder and Uitgeestermeer

Apart from the fact that the Alkmaarder and Uitgeestermeer lends itself perfectly to water recreation, you can also enjoy cycling and walking here. The many walking and cycling routes in the region lead you over winding dykes, along polders and along the Alkmaarder and Uitgeestermeer lake. So grab your bike or put on your walking shoes and go exploring!

  • Zaanstad's water

    Zaanstad's water Mills on the Zaanse Schans

    This cycle route through the Zaan region will give you a great view of the waterh...

    (33 km)

  • Krommenie monument trail

    Krommenie monument trail A merchant's house in Krommenie

    The Monument Route Krommenie will introduce you to Krommenie and its ri...

    (12 km)

  • Assendelft route

    Assendelft route Aerial photo Assendelft

    The Assendelft route runs through a small part of the ribbon village of Assendel...

    (20 km)

  • Bird watching in the polder

    Bird watching in the polder A hiker at the Alkmaarder and Uitgeestermeer lake

    Between Castricum, Heemskerk and Uitgeest stretches a beautiful green e...

    (19 km)

  • Dorregeesterpolderroute

    Dorregeesterpolderroute View Dorregeestermolen

    Getting a breath of fresh air in the middle of the primeval Dutch countryside might be...

    (6 km)

  • Along the banks of the Oer-IJ

    Along the banks of the Oer-IJ Example of the Oer-IJ landscape along the e-bike route

    This e-bike cycle route takes you along the banks of the Oer-IJ, such...

    (44 km)

  • Assendelft monument trail

    Assendelft monument trail Longspan house Assendelft

    Assendelft is one of the longest inhabited places in the Zaan region. The M...

    (18 km)

  • Along the shores of Lake Alkmaarder and Uitgeestermeer

    Along the shores of Lake Alkmaarder and Uitgeestermeer Cyclist at the Alkmaarder and Uitgeestermeer lake

    The Alkmaarder and Uitgeester Lake has existed for as long as one can remember,...

    (37 km)

  • Old Dutch ferry route

    Old Dutch ferry route Cyclists resting at Spijkerboor ferry

    Explore the watery area around the Alkmaarder and Uitgeestermeer lake and...

    (44 km)

  • Westzaan monument trail

    Westzaan monument trail Front of 't Reght Huys

    Westzaan is bursting with monumental buildings. The Monument Route West...

    (15 km)

  • Klaas Hoorn and Kijfpolder route

    Klaas Hoorn and Kijfpolder route Klaas Hoorn and Kijfpolder

    The Klaas Hoorn and Kijfpolder route is a short but beautiful circular walk in...

    (2.8 km)

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