This first stage of the Noaberpad takes you through a surprisingly varied border area full of water, history and wide views. You follow mostly quiet paths along waterways and fortifications, and along the way you get a beautiful glimpse of the Groningen border country.



From the station of Bad Nieuweschans… read more

This second stage of the Noaberpad takes you 17.5 kilometres along water, art and history, with plenty of opportunities to cool off along the way or simply enjoy the peace and quiet. You walk largely on quiet paths along the canal and through open landscapes, with the occasional cultural excursion or… read more

This third stage takes you along babbling rivers, quiet bridges and historical places with a story. A relatively short stage of about 15 kilometers, with plenty of nature experiences and special stops.



You start from Burcht Wedde and soon follow the Westerwoldse Aa. This idyllic river accompanies you… read more

Stage 4 takes you through a landscape of stream valleys, bridges and history. This stage is approximately 17 kilometres long and relatively remote in terms of facilities. It is best to spend the night in Vlagtwedde or Bourtange beforehand, or you can reach the starting point by bus (with a few extra… read more

This fifth stage of the Noaberpad takes you 20 kilometres along the Ruiten Aa, right through the undulating landscape of Westerwolde. A varied walk of approximately 20 kilometres, with lots of nature and a touch of history at the end.



From the bus stop in Jipsinghuizen you follow the Ruiten Aa and soon… read more

This stage of the Noaberpad takes you through the east of Drenthe, with water as the common thread. You follow the Ruiten Aa again and walk through quiet nature reserves over a length of approximately 22 kilometers.



You leave from Ter Apel and follow the path along the Ruiten Aa and the Ruiten Aa canal… read more

This seventh stage is a long hike of almost 30 kilometers, but absolutely worth it. You walk through vast nature, along canals, fens, marshes and heathlands. The highlight of today is the beautiful Bargerveen, one of the last raised bog areas in the Netherlands.



You start at the Oosterbos near Nieuw-Dordrecht… read more

This stage of the Noaberpad takes you from the Drenthe peat area to the German Emlichheim. A walk of approximately 18 kilometres, during which you will encounter industrial heritage, peaceful landscapes and special border history along the way.



From the bus stop in Weiteveen you will soon walk past the… read more

This stage takes you from lively Emlichheim to peaceful Esche, over largely flat terrain along the Vechte. With a distance of approximately 16 kilometres, it is an accessible day trip, with plenty of places along the way to take a break.



You start at the bus stop in Emlichheim, but those who prefer to… read more

This stage of the Noaberpad takes you from the peaceful Esche to the atmospheric Hesingen, over a distance of approximately 19 kilometres. Along the way, you walk through a varied landscape of forests, heathlands and historical sites.



You start at the bus stop in Esche and follow the route along the Vechte… read more

This stage of the Noaberpad of approximately 20 kilometers takes you from the German Hesingen back to the Netherlands, with a walk of approximately nineteen kilometers. Along the way you can enjoy rolling heathlands, historic villages and beautiful views.



You start at the lookout tower in Hesingen. If… read more

This stage of the Noaberpad takes you over a distance of approximately 18 kilometres through the rolling Twente landscape, past historical sites and through quiet nature reserves.



You start just outside the village of Rossum and soon pass rest point 't Stekkie, a nice place for a short break with homemade… read more

This stage of the Noaberpad takes you over a distance of approximately eighteen kilometres through the border area between the Netherlands and Germany, with the unique nature reserve Aamsveen as the highlight.



You start just outside the village of Losser and soon pass a covered picnic table. This is a… read more

This 19-kilometre stage takes you from the southern edge of Enschede to Haaksbergen, through a varied landscape of forests, peatlands and historical sites. A route full of nature experiences, peace and surprising stops.



After leaving Enschede, you will soon walk through the Smalenbroek estate, a small… read more

This stage of the Noaberpad takes you from Haaksbergen to the German Zwillbrock in about 20 kilometers. You walk straight through peat areas, past historical places and literally end on the border.



From the Buurserstraat you quickly walk into the Buurserzand and Haaksbergerveen, a beautiful nature reserve… read more

This stage is approximately 20 kilometres long and starts in the German border village of Zwillbrock, known for its baroque St. Francis Church and the nearby nature reserve Zwillbrocker Venn. This marshland is special because of the northernmost flamingo colony in the world. These pink birds can be admired… read more

This long stage of almost 29 kilometres takes you through the border area to Winterswijk. A day full of silence, nature and special transitions, during which you cross the border several times without noticing.



You start at a remote point near the border, probably after an overnight stay in Vreden or… read more

This stage of the Noaberpad takes you from the outskirts of Winterswijk to the edge of the German Bocholt in about 20 kilometers. Along the way you will pass atmospheric watermills, the route meanders along the Bovenslinge and you will cross the border unnoticed.



Soon after departure you will reach the… read more

This stage of the Noaberpad runs from Bocholt to Isselburg in about 17 kilometers. It is a quiet, varied route that takes you largely along the water of the Bocholter Aa, with a few surprising stops along the way.



You start from the center of Bocholt, and soon you will arrive at the Aasee, a recreational… read more

This stage of the Noaberpad takes you from Isselburg back to the Netherlands in 19 kilometres, with a route full of culture, nature and border stories. You start on German territory and first walk along the Kleefsche Landwehr, a historic defence line that now serves as a walking path along the water… read more