Where the sweet river IJzer flows into the salty water of the North Sea, that is the IJzer estuary in Nieuwpoort. The combination of fresh and salt water creates a unique fauna and flora. You can also reach this nature reserve by ferry from Nieuwpoort Center to the IJzermonding and vice versa, but first check the timetable at Welcome to Vloot. The nature reserve also offers a resting place for seals. Maybe you spot some?

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Dominiek Van Dooren

August 30, 2023

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Beautiful view of the iron estuary. Ideal location for seal spotting.

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NancyR-TommyS

July 25, 2020

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From here you have a beautiful view of the Nature Reserve of the "Ijzermonding"

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