The weather is nice again! Time to go out and watch nature awaken. In Groningen, there are plenty of beautiful forests and nature reserves to discover that lend themselves to a lovely walk, even with the kids.
Blotevoetenpad Opende
For the real adventurers who don't mind taking off their shoes for a while, they have thought up something fun in Opende: the Blotevoetenpad. Along the way, you climb over tree trunks and crawl along a rope across the ditch. At various places along the route, there are obstacles to make the adventure just that little bit more exciting. The short one-and-a-half-kilometre route is also suitable for small children. Bikkels opt for the long version of over three kilometres. At the starting and finishing point is a cosy tea garden, which will be open again from 1 April for a drink or something tasty.
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Midwolder forest
Hidden behind the centuries-old Ennemaborg estate is the Midwolder forest. The area perfectly combines culture and nature. The combination of the borg, the wild horses grazing there and the birds makes this walk unique. At the start of spring, the forest is awakening and starting to live more and more. Choose how long you wander around it.
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't Roegwold
Here you will find plenty of water, reeds and the blue moor frog, but above all peace and quiet. It is an excellent area to immerse yourself in nature by taking a lovely walk or bike ride. It is also very popular with birdwatchers and, with luck, you can spot a white-tailed eagle. Right across Dannemeer runs the Knuppelpad. This is a 750-metre wooden plank path right through the marsh. The tree trunks protrude above the water here and there.
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De Heemtuin in Muntendam
De Heemtuin is a green nature area where visitors can walk, play and relax. The area was created in 1982 on a former sheep pasture and grew into a varied landscape with woods, flower meadows, ponds and natural gardens. The area is also home to a visitor centre, a nature playground for children and a small campsite, making it a great place for nature lovers and families.
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National Park Lauwersmeer
Nature in the Lauwersmeer area is so special that it has been declared a National Park. In the peace and space of the vast landscape, there is much to discover such as unusual flowers, eccentric animal species and great views. The park can be discovered on foot, by bicycle and even by boat. The various routes take you to the most special places in the area.
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Middelstum diversions
Walk the Ommetje Middelstum this spring and discover the character of Eemsdelta. The route starts at Borg Ewsum and takes you along old paths, fields and historical buildings in the atmospheric mound village. Along the way, you will enjoy flowering gardens and wide views. And with a bit of luck, the sun will shine. Pause at Herberg In de Valk for something tasty. And finish your walk in peaceful Toornwerd, near the old cemetery and the bell tower.
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De Onlanden
Here you will find rough hay meadows, a swamp forest and plenty of space for excess water. The area was once constructed so that the inhabitants of the city of Groningen would not get their feet wet. With the skyline of Groningen and the overwhelming nature at your feet, you can make beautiful cycling and walking trips here. Beautiful views are guaranteed.
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Bourtangerveld
Bourtange and its surroundings breathe an illustrious history. Walls, a moat and an open marshland around it: an excellent place to successfully repel Spanish and German attacks! But that tide has turned: in the 20th century, Bourtange and the surrounding landscape were restored to their original state. A beautiful bird-rich nature reserve with rare plants, butterflies and insects.
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The Dollard
Where fresh and salt meet, there is the Dollard: a unique brackish water area on the border of the Netherlands and Germany. In spring, the area is teeming with life. Walk over the dike along vast salt marshes and enjoy the vast landscape. For bird lovers, it is a paradise, with thousands of birds landing here during migration time. In the Dollard area, you will experience peace, space and rugged nature.
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