Water sports and protected nature - From pleasure grounds to peatlands
Whether canoeing, boating, water-skiing, or kiting, being on the water sparks a feeling of total freedom. Revel in the hidden beauty of Spiegelplas and the Kortenhoefse Plassen or go SUP boarding among the water lilies on Vuntus lake. Or why not head towards the Ankeveense Plassen and the protected ’s-Graveland country estates along typical Dutch country roads? Water sports enthusiasts and nature lovers alike love the Loosdrecht lake area.
Castle Museum Sypesteyn
The youngest castle in the Netherlands
Discover the rose garden and orchard at this historical Dutch garden, experience the rich regency lifestyle of the 18th century, and marvel at the ample collection of oriental and Dutch porcelain.
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‘s-Graveland country estates
The back gardens of the nobility
The Dutch Society for Nature Conservation maintains ten stately s-’Graveland properties. Absorb the rich history along the meandering paths, cycle past country estates with fascinating names like Gooilust or Boekesteyn, and picnic in an idyllic spot as you go.
Discover the country estates

Loosdrecht Lakes - Discover hidden watergems
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Raise the sails on Wijde Blik lake
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Take a canoe trip on the Kortenhoefse Plassen
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Board the Bikeboat
Haven Lake Village
A stay on the water
Experience ultimate peace and luxury in one of the stylish, self-catering water villas. Take a bath overlooking the water, rent a sloop or sup, walk to the Zuwestrand and dine in style at Docks restaurant. The most comfortable base to enjoy the Loosdrechts Plassen area.
Experience Haven Lake Village