An interesting neighborhood. From the observation tower you have a nice overview. The bridges here are spectacular. The drive alone is worth it. There are some nice cafes at the port.

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Andreas 🇺🇦

July 6, 2025

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Blauwestad (German: Blaustadt) is a new residential area in the Dutch region of East Groningen, roughly between the towns of Winschoten, Midwolda, Oostwold, Finsterwolde, and Scheemda. The area belongs to …

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Hannekemaaierspad

December 3, 2021

Hiking

Special view.
Only open in the tourist season.

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Best routes near Blauwestad Observation Tower

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1. Oldambtmeer Beach – Oldambtmeer loop from Winschoten

25.7km

06:29

40m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Pieter Smit Bridge – The Pieter Smit Bridge in Winschoten. loop from Winschoten

12.6km

03:11

20m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.9

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3. Pieter Smit Bridge – Pieter Smit Bridge loop from Blauwestad

9.22km

02:20

10m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 40 m

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Saturday 14 March

11°C

-1°C

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Max wind speed: 20.0 km/h

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Location: Winschoten, Groningen, Netherlands

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Canal at Beerta

Longest Bicycle Bridge in Europe

De Klinker Theater, Winschoten

Café en Kinderboerderij Winschoten

Blauwestad Marina

Reiderwolde Observation Tower

Blauwestad Observation Tower

1. Oldambtmeer Beach – Oldambtmeer loop from Winschoten

2. Pieter Smit Bridge – The Pieter Smit Bridge in Winschoten. loop from Winschoten

3. Pieter Smit Bridge – Pieter Smit Bridge loop from Blauwestad

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