Canoe hire in Groningen
Enjoy a lovely boat trip on Groningen’s waterways
Grab your paddles and stap off. In Groningen, there are plenty of places where you can hire single-person canoes or two- to three-person kayaks and enjoy a lovely paddle. Places where you can head out onto the water – from the Paterswoldsemeer to Winsum and even the mudflats. Along the way, enjoy the Groningen countryside, a well-stocked picnic basket and the peace and quiet. You’re in Groningen, after all.
Marenland | Winsum
At Marenland in Winsum, you’ll find everything under one roof – from a campsite and restaurant to a marina. Hire your own canoe or kayak here. After a lovely afternoon on the water, take a seat on the spacious terrace or in the restaurant. A complete day out.
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Jachthaven Zuidwesthoek | Haren
On the border between Groningen and Drenthe lies the Paterswoldsemeer. At the adjacent jachthaven Zuidwesthoek , you can hire various types of canoes and kayaks. Explore the lake with all its green, narrower passages and open spaces. After your trip, you can relax at one of the many cafés and restaurants situated right by the water. You’ve certainly earned it.
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Bootverhuur Blauwestad | Midwolda
Blauwestad is surrounded by water. Why not take a trip across the vast Oldambstermeer, for example? Covering some 800 hectares, it is one of the largest lakes in the province. You can easily hire a kayak from Bootverhuur Blauwestad . As well as the Oldambstermeer, you can also explore the residential areas of Blauwestad by water. Or venture further into the province. There’s plenty of space.
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The Horse Farm | Garnwerd-Wierumerschouw
Although the name might initially suggest otherwise, The Horse Farm is also the place to go for a lovely canoe trip. Paddle towards Garnwerd, Sauwerd or even the centre of Groningen. You can do this in a canoe or a kayak. And why not take a lovely picnic basket with you? They’ll prepare it for you. Everything you need for a wonderful day on the water.
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Camping Zuiderhorn | Warffum
Paddle across the beautiful Groninger Maren or even out onto the mudflats. From Zuiderhorn campsite, you can head in any direction. Stap into a canoe or kayak from the campsite’s jetty, situated on the Warfummermaar canal. At the campsite’s self-service bar, you can grab a drink to fuel your trip or simply relax and enjoy the afterglow of your outing.
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Camping Maarlandhoeve | Uithuizen
There are three ponds on the grounds of camping Maarlandhoeve , one of which has been converted into a canoe harbour. But of course, you can also venture further afield. Discover the Maren area and paddle through the natural channels where seawater once flowed. Surely you’d like to go paddling here too?
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Ecomotion | Kolham
With Ecomotion, you can go anywhere. They even transport the canoes and kayaks to different pick-up points, such as the route to Slochteren, where vast farmlands alternate with woods with dense banks. Or sail towards Kolham and finally to nature reserve 't Roegwold. Surrounded by water, flora and fauna, this trip is a must for nature lovers.
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Wirdumerklap Canoe Centre | Wirdum
Take a seat in a canoe or a proper sea kayak. At Kanocentrum Wirdumerklap, they’ll ensure you have a carefree day on the water. You can opt for a canoe trip to, for example, Appingedam or the Schildmeer. But you can also experience what it’s like to paddle a sea kayak, which offers more versatility and allows you to navigate rougher waters. A team of experienced instructors will be happy to take you on a journey of discovery.
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Peddel en zo | Kiel-Windeweer
Peddel en zo is situated in a stunningly beautiful location, with fishing and boating waters right on its doorstep. It lies exactly on the border between Groningen and Drenthe, within the listed village of Kiel-Windeweer. With five national monuments, 22 municipal monuments and an eight-kilometre stretch of listed village landscape, this classic Groningen village is a must-see during your visit to the north. Peace and relaxation reign supreme here: the perfect place for that ultimate holiday feeling.
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BeDRIJFNAT | Groningen
One of the icons of the city of Groningen is the ‘diepenring’. From the waters of the ‘diepen’, you can discover the city in a different way. At Bederijfnat, you can hire canoes, small boats and pedalos. You start your active tour of the city at the Herebrug and, along the way, you can enjoy the many harbours, houseboats, lovely terraces and historic buildings.
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Canoe rental Ruiten Aa | Westerwolde
The Ruiten Aa meanders through the landscape of Westerwolde as before. After years of work, the stream once again flows as it was once intended. Not a taut ditch but a stream with character, as it should be. Stap into a canoe or kayak and let yourself be carried along quiet banks and unexpected views. With almost 30 kilometres of meandering stream, there is always a route to suit you. Whether you paddle for an hour or spend half a day on the road, you set the pace.
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De Energiek | Wehe-den Hoorn
Fancy exploring the Hogeland from the water? You can do just that at Groepsaccommodatie en kanoverhuur De Energiek. Situated on the Hoornse Vaart, you can hire canoes and kayaks from them to set off on your own. You’ll be given a map showing a number of routes marked out for both experienced and less experienced canoeists, taking you past some beautiful spots. To make the experience complete, you can choose to take a well-stocked picnic basket with you for the journey.
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The Borgerswold Experience
There’s plenty to do for young and old alike at the Borgerswold Experience , including canoe hire. Choose the long or short route and paddle through the beautiful Borgerswold to the Langeboschmeer. Enjoy the peace and quiet of the green surroundings during this active outing.
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“ “From the Paterswoldsemeer to Winsum and even the Wadden Sea.” ”
