Crossing the mudflats

At low tide, part of the bottom of the Wadden Sea falls dry. The birds fill their bellies and the seals seek out the sandbanks to sunbathe. This is also the time to take a walk on the seabed yourself. Sometimes you pause for a story from your guide, but most of the time you are on the move. The wet sand sucks at the soles of your shoes, while the wind rushes through your hair. Not infrequently, the water is around your ankles or even higher. There is no more intense experience of what makes the Wadden Sea a World Heritage Site.

Does mudflat hiking seem pretty intense to you? Not every tidal flat walk involves hours of slogging through heavy mud. Several organisations organise mudflat trips, from trips suitable for children to day trips for experienced daredevils. There is a wonderful mudflat walking experience for you too. Or choose a combination with a boat trip. Then you can sit back and still enjoy the most beautiful views.

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