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Drenthe
Westerveld

Esdorp landscape at Ruinen – Spot the flock of sheep loop from Ruinen

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Netherlands
Drenthe
Westerveld

Esdorp landscape at Ruinen – Spot the flock of sheep loop from Ruinen

Moderate

19

runners

Esdorp landscape at Ruinen – Spot the flock of sheep loop from Ruinen

01:26

13.0km

10m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 9, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 1.65 km for 1.05 km

Open: • sunrise-sunset (otherwise closed)

After 3.06 km for 3.60 km

Open: • sunrise-sunset (otherwise closed)

After 8.47 km for 1.47 km

Open: • sunrise-sunset (otherwise closed)

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Parking

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1.33 km

Sheep flock on the heath

Highlight • Natural

The large flock of sheep often walks close to the sheepfold. You can walk past it quietly.

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2

1.37 km

Esdorp landscape at Ruinen

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The esdorp landscape is characteristic of the province of Drenthe. You can see that clearly here at Ruinen. The ash villages, such as Ruinen, are characterized by the farms in …

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1.61 km

The sheepfold in National Park Dwingelderveld is a beautiful place to see the traditional Drenthe sheep flocks up close. Surrounded by vast heathlands and forests, this location offers a unique …

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2.39 km

Stepping Stone Bridge Dwingelderveld

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Nice path through the low part of the Dwingelderveld. A stepping stone bridge has been constructed for dry feet.

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5

3.35 km

Wet Path in Dwingelderveld National Park

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If it has recently rained, this path looks more like a ditch.

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6

5.58 km

7

11.7 km

Spot the flock of sheep

Highlight • Natural

We also saw very friendly people!

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13.0 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.00 km

1.52 km

1.34 km

159 m

Surfaces

6.21 km

3.31 km

2.39 km

684 m

257 m

159 m

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Wednesday 20 May

21°C

12°C

21 %

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