Unexpected. Adventurous.
The origin
Nieuw Land National Park is the newest national park in the Netherlands and the largest man-made nature reserve in the world with 29,000 hectares of nature! Literally located on the floor of the former Zuiderzee, Nieuw Land National Park came into existence as part of the largest reclamation project in the world: the drainage of Flevoland! It is a paradise for birds, with the white-tailed eagle as its icon. In the marshes you come across herds of Heck cattle and Konik horses. And the nature is man-made.
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MAN-MADE NATURE
Innovative creation of an inspiring environment in the middle of the vastness of nature. Walk around, explore and enjoy.
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THE GREAT BIRD MIGRATION
An abundance of birds in all areas. They find their way to the park.
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DYNAMIC WETLANDS
Look for the characteristic flora and fauna of the region: from grazers and mammals to birds, butterflies and insects. Can you spot them?
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MAN & NATURE
The straight lines in combination with water, air and nature are unique to this environment. Close to the city, but in the heart of nature.
DISCOVER WHAT YOU CAN DO - Welcome to Nieuw Land National Park, the largest man-made nature reserve in the world! You are standing literally on the bottom of the former Zuiderzee.
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Take the most beautiful walks
Take the most beautiful walks
Nieuw Land National Park is an excellent area for walking. You’ll be surprised to discover landscapes that are not typically Dutch. Keep looking up to spot the huge variety of birds.
Routes
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The most fun activities for children
The most fun activities for children
There is also plenty for the young visitor to experience in Nieuw Land National Park. Various excursions and activities have been organised specifically for children.
Activities
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Discover from the water
Discover from the water
Nieuw Land National Park has a stunning area for sailing in the Markermeer lake. There’s few other areas in the Netherlands offering so many uncomplicated possibilities
Water
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BIRD WATCHING
BIRD WATCHING
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RACING ON THE SEAFLOOR!
RACING ON THE SEAFLOOR!
Take on the challenge and enjoy the stunning nature in the meantime. Which route will you choose?
Mountainbiking
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OUR FAVORITES - Did you know that Nieuw Land National Park owes its creation to the largest reclamation project in the world: the reclamation of Flevoland!
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FERRY BOAT TO THE MARKER WADDEN
FERRY BOAT TO THE MARKER WADDEN
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DISCOVER THE LEPELAARPLASSEN
DISCOVER THE LEPELAARPLASSEN
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OOSTVAARDERSPLASSEN
OOSTVAARDERSPLASSEN
The best kept secret
Nature at its very best just around the corner
Close to the densely populated Randstad region you will find one of the Netherlands’ best kept secrets: the Nieuw Land National Park. The park is made up of four separate areas: Lepelaarplassen, Marker Wadden, Oostvaardersplassen and the Markermeer lake.
The Park
A paradise for birds
On an adventure
The Nieuw Land National Park is the definitive adventure destination. On foot or by bike, the park is the ultimate paradise for bird spotting.
To see and do
Our tips - for the best adventures
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To the Marker Wadden
To the Marker Wadden
Discover the very latest part of the new Netherlands by ferry.
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Discover the Markermeer lake by boat
Discover the Markermeer lake by boat
Rent a boat and discover the Markermeer lake.
“ The world’s largest man-made nature park! ”
The various areas
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Oostvaardersplassen
Originally earmarked as an industrial zone on the drawing board, Oostvaardersplassen is now an area where tens of thousands of birds find a home.
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Marker Wadden
Marker Wadden is an exceptional area of natural beauty still in development. A paradise for fish and birds and a wonderful island for leisure pursuits.
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Lepelaarplassen
The Lepelaarplassen area is a true oasis for marsh and other water birds. Numerous remarkable species of bird land here throughout the year.
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Markermeer
The Markermeer lake is located between Flevoland’s new coastline and the old land of the Province of North Holland.
