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Kootwijkerzand

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Kootwijkerzand

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Kootwijkerzand

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This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Veluwe

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Location: Barneveld, Gelderland, Netherlands

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1. Cycle through the forests of the Veluwe in search of wildlife

44.0km

02:38

220m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Radio Kootwijk – Kootwijkerzand loop from Hoenderloo

45.1km

02:42

130m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Kootwijkerzand – Radio Kootwijk loop from Otterlo

39.3km

02:22

100m

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Tessa Mul

December 6, 2023

The Kootwijkerzand is a unique nature reserve. With approximately 700 hectares, it is the largest drifting sand area in Western Europe. Characteristic of this area are the irregularly shaped pine trees that alternate between the sand and form hills.

The sandy plain not only looks like a mini Sahara: the temperatures are also comparable. The temperature can rise to 60 degrees Celsius, while the night temperature can also drop below 0 degrees in summer.

Be sure to stop at the lookout tower to view this impressive area from above. On a clear day you can see Radio Kootwijk in the distance.

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Winkelsheider 🚲🧺🍷📸👍

May 22, 2022

The “Kootwijkerzand” nature reserve is around 700 hectares in size and lies within the much larger Kootwijk forestry area of around 3600 hectares.
The irregularly shaped pine trees are characteristic of this area.
On the open sandy plain, the temperature on the ground can rise to 60°C, while at night in summer it can also drop below 0°C.
You feel like you're in the desert, right in the middle of Europe.

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Bumble-Bee

May 23, 2020

One of the largest sand fields north of the Sahara.

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Location: Barneveld, Gelderland, Netherlands

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Kootwijkerzand

1. Cycle through the forests of the Veluwe in search of wildlife

2. Radio Kootwijk – Kootwijkerzand loop from Hoenderloo

3. Kootwijkerzand – Radio Kootwijk loop from Otterlo

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