De Strook is a popular recreational area on the south side of the Vijfde Plas (part of the Loosdrechts Plassen area). It is a lovely place for swimming and sunbathing.
There is playground equipment for small children and the sandy beach slopes into the water gradually. The entire swimming area of De Strook is protected by a wooden beam, making it a safe place to swim.
Besides swimming and sunbathing, there are other ways to enjoy yourself at De Strook. There are picnic benches, barbecue facilities, volleyball court, fishing jetties and a catering facility, where you can score food, drinks and ice creams.
Accessibility
From land, you can reach De Strook via…
De Strook is a popular recreational area on the south side of the Vijfde Plas (part of the Loosdrechts Plassen area). It is a lovely place for swimming and sunbathing.
There is playground equipment for small children and the sandy beach slopes into the water gradually. The entire swimming area of De Strook is protected by a wooden beam, making it a safe place to swim.
Besides swimming and sunbathing, there are other ways to enjoy yourself at De Strook. There are picnic benches, barbecue facilities, volleyball court, fishing jetties and a catering facility, where you can score food, drinks and ice creams.
Accessibility
From land, you can reach De Strook via Nieuweweg in Maarssen. On hot days, there is one-way traffic on Nieuweweg, so you have to detour via Breukelen from Nieuw-Loosdrecht. De Strook has free access and ample parking. In summer it can be crowded, so if possible, please come by bike.
The area is accessible (gates open) from 1 April to 1 October from 7am to 10pm and from 1 October to 1 April lfrom 9am to 5pm. Dogs must be kept on a leash.
