Coastal route Marker Wadden

(7.2 km)

Discover the newest part of the Netherlands with this route. Have you been there before? A habitat for plants, insects, fish and birds that you just walk through. On new footpaths, along the new beach and new bird-watching spots. Because yes, everything is new on this group of nature islands. whose construction only began in 2016. And so now you can discover that for yourself.

You walk along the outer edge of the main island of Marker Wadden on this varied walk. One moment you enjoy the serene view of the Marker Lake. The other moment you are walking among the noisy bird colonies. Along the way, you will come across two bird-watching points, where you can watch the birds in peace. 

At the Eilandpavilion…

Discover the newest part of the Netherlands with this route. Have you been there before? A habitat for plants, insects, fish and birds that you just walk through. On new footpaths, along the new beach and new bird-watching spots. Because yes, everything is new on this group of nature islands. whose construction only began in 2016. And so now you can discover that for yourself.

You walk along the outer edge of the main island of Marker Wadden on this varied walk. One moment you enjoy the serene view of the Marker Lake. The other moment you are walking among the noisy bird colonies. Along the way, you will come across two bird-watching points, where you can watch the birds in peace. 

At the Eilandpavilion at the beginning, and thus also the end, of the route, you can reflect on your walk with a cup of coffee or a tasty lunch. Afterwards, catch the boat back to Lelystad. 

For information about the ferry service to Marker Wadden, check the Natuurmonumenten website (in Dutch).

Sights on this route

Starting point: Aanlegsteiger veerdienst Marker Wadden
Lelystad
1

Island Pavilion Marker Wadden

Marker Wadden
Lelystad
Island Pavilion Marker Wadden
2
Lelystad
3

Steltloper Watchtower

Lelystad
Steltloper Watchtower
4

Lepelaar bird-spotting hut

Lelystad
Lepelaar bird-spotting hut
5
Lelystad
6

Duikeend bird-spotting hut

Lelystad
Duikeend bird-spotting hut
End point: Aanlegsteiger veerdienst Marker Wadden
Lelystad