Watching en listening to birds
Bird watching from the bird watching tower at the Davidsplassen and from behind the observation wall in Holtveen
Various sites will give you a great view over de vast stretches of moorland, such as the Benderse berg and from the cycling path along the former road between Lhee and Kraloo.
Bird watching from the bird watching tower
There is a bird watching tower at the Davidsplassen. This tower gives you a great view over the fens. A bird watching wall is situated somewhat further down the cycling path. Small hatches in the wall allow you to observe various special birds in the marsh. The cycling path along the former road between Lhee and Kraloo also offers a great opportunity to spot birds, also if you’re not a bird watching enthusiast in particular.
Bird watching from the bird watching tower
There is a bird watching tower at the Davidsplassen. This tower gives you a great view over the fens. A bird watching wall is situated somewhat further down the cycling path. Small hatches in the wall allow you to observe various special birds in the marsh. The cycling path along the former road between Lhee and Kraloo also offers a great opportunity to spot birds, also if you’re not a bird watching enthusiast in particular.
Come along on an early bird excursion
Staatsbosbeheer and Natuurmonumenten regularly offer excursions that focus on birds in particular. During the early bird excursions there will be little talking, and a lot of listening. These are fun excursions to learn how to recognise birds by their songs and calls. Check out the activities schedule in the Natuurkrant for more information, or call the visitors centre Dwingelderveld (+31(0)522 472951) or Staatsbosbeheer (+31(0)521 596600).
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Lodging in and around the Dwingelderveld
There are plenty of lodging accommodations in and around the national park. Camping sites, holiday villages, hotels and much more. All kinds of lodging facilities both for short and long stay – the perfect opportunity to explore the area.
You can find more information at the Tourist information points of the municipalities of Westerveld (Havelte, Vledder, Dwingeloo, Diever) and De Wolden (Ruinen, Zuidwolde, Ruinerwold and De Wijk) or by following the links below.
An attraction for every nature lover: National Park Dwingelderveld in South West Drenthe!
South West Drenthe is home to a very special nature reserve: Dwingelderveld National Park. In National Parks, the maintenance and development of nature are paramount. The park rangers of the Dwingelderveld - Staatsbosbeheer, Natuurmonumenten and private parties – make sure that the forests, moorlands and fens stay in a healthy condition. Visitors and tourists can explore nature following the various cycling, walking and ATB paths, as well as the bridleways and two routes made especially suitable for the disabled. The park even harbours a night route. This National Park allows visitors to enjoy the endless, natural horizon…