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The Top 20 Lakes around Zaanstad

Looking to visit the best lakes around Zaanstad? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Zaanstad’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!

Last updated: November 10, 2025

Zuid-Kennemerland National Park

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The Zuid-Kennemerland National Park stretches from Zandvoort to IJmuiden, a 40-minute drive from Amsterdam. The always surprising dune landscape, from country estates on the outer edge to rugged dunes to …

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Vogelmeer (Bird Lake)

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Beautiful lake in the middle of the Zuid-Kennemerland National Park.

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Highland cattle and horses in the Noordhollands Duinreservaat

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The North Holland Dune Reserve (Dutch Noordhollands Duinreservaat) is an extensive nature reserve in the dune belt on the North Sea in the Dutch province of North Holland. It extends …

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Vondelpark

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Very nice park for cycling or walking. There are also cafes and small lakes with benches.

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Pond in Zuid-Kennemerland National Park

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No: this is not a recommended place for a bathroom break ;-).
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’t Wed Lake and the Petrified Oaks

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Dune lake 't Wed is a lovely swimming spot. The beach is also a nice playground and there is a toilet building.

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Oosterplas

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The Oosterplas is a quiet and sheltered swimming lake in the Kennemerduin. After a walk on a hot summer day, you can take a lovely dip here. The water here …

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Vondelpark Pond and Fountain

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A very nice park, more about it at: de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vondelpark

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Infiltration Area in the Dunes of Castricum

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A beautiful water-rich landscape that also functions as a drinking water supply.

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The National Maritime Museum and VOC Ship Amsterdam

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The Amsterdam Maritime Museum is definitely worth a visit. No matter whether for big or small. The sailing ship itself is a real eye-opener and very fascinating.

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Oostzanerveld Nature Reserve

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Part of the Natura-2000 area in Oostzaan, just like the Twiske. Sandwiched between the A7, A8 and the village of Oostzaan, it is an area that can almost only be …

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