Zwanenwater

Zwanenwater spans 604 hectares of protected land featuring two natural dune lakes, extensive marshlands, heathlands, and diverse dune landscapes near the North Sea coast.

The formation of First Water and Second Water, the largest natural dune lakes in Western Europe, occurred during the 18th century through groundwater elevation and rainfall patterns.

Naturalists and bird watchers gather at three observation points throughout the reserve to document over 75 breeding bird species and numerous seasonal migrations.

Visitors can explore two marked walking routes of 2 and 4.5 kilometers through the dunes, with entrance fees of 3 euros for non-members of Natuurmonumenten.

The reserve contains ten species of orchids that bloom from May to July, alongside 900 mushroom species and 450 different plant varieties throughout the protected area.

Location: Schagen

Website: https://www.natuurmonumenten.nl/natuurgebieden/zwanenwater

Address: Zuidschinkeldijk 3a, 1759JH Callantsoog

Website: https://natuurmonumenten.nl/natuurgebieden/zwanenwater

GPS coordinates: 52.81881,4.69799

Latest update: March 25, 2025 21:54