The Top 20 Lakes around Den Helder
Looking to visit the best lakes around Den Helder? 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 Den Helder’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: November 26, 2025
Harmplas Grazing Area, Den Helder–Callantsoog Dunes
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The Graelijksheidsduinen are grazed by Scottish Highlanders. Some Konik horses also help with the
Grafaliteitsduinen. The grazing
in these areas ensures varied plant growth, in one place the vegetation is …
Grafaliteitsduinen. The grazing
in these areas ensures varied plant growth, in one place the vegetation is …
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De Bollekamer Dune Valley
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The dune area Bollekamer is located between the Hoornderslag and the Jan Ayeslag, in the southwest of Texel. The wide valleys are covered with dune heather and you can see …
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The Hors Ponds
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The Hors is a vast beach and dune area that is still growing. Therein lie two lakes, the De Horsmeertjes. Between the lakes there is a nice resting place, or viewpoint overlooking the smaller lake.
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Zwanenwater Entrance
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You have to pay admission and no dogs are allowed.
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Zwanenwater Bird Hide
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Beautiful piece of nature for birds, plants, water and dunes and heathland culture.
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