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DISCOVER THE LARGEST DECIDUOUS FOREST
IN THE MIDDLE OF THE NETHERLANDS
The Horsterwold is the largest deciduous forest in the Netherlands, an area where you can move endlessly. Narrow paths wind through dense forest, wide trails lead you past open plains and water. Here you can walk, run or cycle at your own pace. For those looking for more of a challenge, there are special mountain bike routes
FLORA AND FAUNA
The Horsterwold originated after the reclamation of Flevoland and has grown into one of the largest deciduous forests in the Netherlands. Dense stretches of poplar forest alternate with clearings and water.
In the Stille Kern, konik horses keep the landscape open, alternating grasslands, swamps and young trees. You always see something new: from dragonflies above the fens to Scottish Highlanders in the distance.
Paths that call
In the Horsterwold, you choose your own path. Sometimes a short round through young forest, sometimes a long trek along water and open grasslands. We've listed a few routes to get you started - from leisurely wandering to brisk walking or mountain biking.
- The Morning Silence (3.5 km - 1 hour): Short round through birch groves, often with deer grazing in the early light.
- Fens Trail (6.2 km - 1.5 hours): Past ponds with dragonflies and songbirds, through willows to open grasslands.
- The Grand Tour (11 km - 3 hours): Around Horsterwold, overlooking the vast Oostvaardersplassen.
- Wind Gusts (15 km - 1 hour): Through open terrain and young plantings, with wide views and the wind in your face.
- Forest Squiggles (22 km - 1.5 hours): Shaded route through dense forest with nice places to pause.
- Horsterwold & more (35 km - 2.5 hours): Adventurous trip to Zeewolde, with pleasant stops along the way.
