7 breathtaking places to hike around the Netherlands this winter
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Loading... - Helena Foster
- 16 Dec 2021
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Yep, that’s what my winters have looked like for the past three years, but hang on a second — I promised myself this year was going to be different! No more wasted hours in front of the computer watching terrible Hallmark movies (well, maybe a couple of those guilty pleasures).
Instead, this year will be the year that I join those crazy people that go for a hike in winter. Yeah, I will be one of those insane individuals you see in the forests.
1. Winter hiking in Texel
This island is the perfect winter getaway. The winter season is not very crowded and you can see seals on the beach. Seals!
When you’ve worked up an appetite from your hike you can (usually) try the local delicacies, such as slow-cooked lamb and a Texel Beer to wash it down. If you want some adventure and to see some wild animals apart from cows, check out calm and accessible Texel.
2. Hiking in Veluwe
Veluwe National Park is a winter paradise. Here, you can see wild animals and as it gets colder and colder every day, fewer people will obstruct the views. It’s quite an atmosphere. This is a place where the deer and mouflons get less shy and are ready to strike a pose.
If you get tired of walking, there are free bikes available with your ticket into the park. Make sure to sample some regional specialities like kaaswafels and kaasbolltjes (savoury cheese waffles and cookies).
3. A trip through the Dunes
The season doesn’t matter when it comes to visiting the Dunes, from Katwijk to Noordwijk, or from Scheveningen to Wassenaar you will find an oasis near home with wonderful ocean views.
A huge advantage of walking in the Dunes is the proximity to other towns and an effective public transport service between them. My favourite trail is from Noordwijk to Haarlem. Read More…
