Noordkaap
Noordkaap is the northernmost tip of the Dutch mainland. From here, you have an unobstructed view of the water and the endless sky above the Wadden Sea.
Have a look now
The artwork ‘De Hemelpoort’marks the exact spot. HemelpoortDe Hemelpoort’is an impressive 2.5-metre-high gate made of Corten steel. Exposure to the weather (of which there is plenty here) has given the gate its rust-brown colour. The Groningen artist René de Boer actually named his gate ‘Poort Kaap Noord’, but ‘De Hemelpoort’soon became the popular choice. When you stand here on top of the dyke and look out over the sandbanks, you can’t help but agree.
Noordkaap is situated about 10 kilometres north of Uithuizermeeden. There are signposts from the village. Follow the route by car, bike or on foot. The final kilometre is only accessible on foot or by bike. After a fifteen-minute walk, you’ll find yourself at the top of the sea dyke. Next to ‘De Hemelpoort’is a bench where you can take a rest. How wonderfully vast the open space can be.