Villages in the region of Enkhuizen
" Enkhuizen has a lot to offer, but the region certainly also! The surrounding characteristic West Frisian villages are rural and / or located on the IJsselmeer or Markermeer. The region is perfect for a nice cycling or walking tour, also fishermen and lovers of sailing and sailing. fern feel like a fish in water. "
Beautiful villages and towns in the region
Andijk
The IJsselmeer village Andijk is safely hidden behind the broad back of the West Frisian Omringdijk. At this particularly beautiful spot you will find two bungalow parks, a campsite and the hotel houses of Restinn. If you come with your own (sailing) boat, you can anchor in the harbor. Cyclists and walkers will get their money's worth in the adjacent recreation area De Vooroever.
Andijk
Medemblik
Medemblik is located where land and water meet. Past and present are therefore inextricably linked. Radboud Castle occupies a prominent place. At the Bakery Museum, the most delicious delicacies are baked according to traditional methods and at the Stoomgemaal you can learn everything about the development of the steam engine. Medemblik is also a staging point for the Hoorn-Medemblik steam tram.
Visit Medemblik
Gemeente Stede Broec
The municipality of Stede Broec consists of the villages of Bovenkarspel, Grootebroek and Lutjebroek. Surrounded by water and greenery, Stede Broec is an ideal area for cyclists, walkers and water sports enthusiasts. Recreation area Het Streekbos in Bovenkarspel is ideal for a day at the beach. Volkssterrenwacht Orion, IVN Westfriesland and the Climbing Park Streekbos are also located there.
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Hoorn
Hoorn experienced its glory days in the 17th century, when it was one of the most important centers for the Dutch East India Company. You will not only see history in the old center, but also in the harbor. The West Frisian Museum shows you the distant past of the city, while the Museum of the Twentieth Century is a feast of recognition for the older young people among us. With the Museum steam tram Hoorn-Medemblik you take a journey in time.
Hoorn
Walking in Westfriesland
In Enkhuizen you can enjoy hiking! You can choose from fun and special city walks, such as Mooi Enkhuizen or the Rare street names route. You can walk beautiful walking routes in the rural area of Enkhuizen. You can map out your own route or, for example, walk (part) of an LAW route, such as the Westfriese Omringdijk.
Walking in Enkhuizen
Cycling in the region of Enkhuizen
The beautiful combination of the IJsselmeer and the farmlands make the surroundings of Enkhuizen a great area to discover by bicycle. Cattle farming, fruit growing, flower fields and even wine growing are an important source of income. Along the way you will come across stalls with fresh products, straight from the land!
Beautiful cycling routes