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The Top 10 Attractions in Hijkerveld

There are plenty of places to see and visit in Hijkerveld. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Hijkerveld is a region where 10

hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.

Last updated: November 12, 2025

Diependal Bird Hide

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Via an underground passage of approximately 162 meters you reach the elevated birdwatching hut via a spiral staircase. This is the best place in the Netherlands for the red-necked grebe. …

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Barrows at Hijkerveld

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The Hijkerveld is one of the largest heathlands in Drenthe and is located near Hijken. Large parts were used as residential areas until the Iron Age. The Iron Age farmers …

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Hijkerveld Nature Reserve

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The hijkerveld is a large heather area with sheep and cows. There are a few beautiful paths through it, including this cycle path. It can be very busy on summer day, but it is usually quiet

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Sheepfold 't Hijkerveld

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Between Hijken and Hooghalen you will find Schaapskooi 't Hijkerveld. The Hijkerveld is one of the largest heaths in Drenthe. The area was inhabited by iron farmers in the Iron …

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Cycle Path Between Smilde and Hooghalen

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Quiet bike path along the meadows and tulip fields between Smilde and Hooghalen

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Diependal Bird Hide

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The bird hide offers a beautiful view of the Diependal and can be reached via a 162-metre-long tunnel. From the bird hide you have a beautiful view of the area. …

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Tien Sprong Bench in Kortewegsbos

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Ten jump.

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Hijkerveld Information Board

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Information about Hijkerveld

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Hijkerveld Parking Area

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Nice spacious parking lot here you can walk from to the sheepfold but also start with a walk

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Laaghalerveen Parking Lot (North Side Hijkerveld)

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Please note this is not a very large parking lot

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The Top 10 Attractions in Hijkerveld

Diependal Bird Hide

Barrows at Hijkerveld

Hijkerveld Nature Reserve

Sheepfold 't Hijkerveld

Cycle Path Between Smilde and Hooghalen

Diependal Bird Hide

Tien Sprong Bench in Kortewegsbos

Hijkerveld Information Board

Hijkerveld Parking Area

Laaghalerveen Parking Lot (North Side Hijkerveld)

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