Discover the watery surroundings of Haarlemmermeer
Be inspired to explore the nature of Haarlemmermeer. The polder landscape and the many waters of this green municipality have a lot to offer. Go swimming in the Haarlemmermeerse Bos or in the Toolenburgerplas. Or go cycling through Houtrak and Spaarnwoude Park. There is plenty of choice for fun and active outings. Take a quick look to see which place you want to discover first!
latest articles
Venneperhout: wonderful walks in Nieuw-Vennep
Active & Nature
In the middle of what was once the Haarlemmermeer, you will find Venneperhout. A young park forest, which is well maintained by Staatsbosbeheer. ..
The Roadside Tourist: roadside tourism at its best
Active & Nature
Roadside tourism: sitting on your chair or next to your tent looking at the cars. Bring sandwiches and coffee. Enjoy the so..
Twizy GPS Tours: discover the typical Dutch polder landscape
Active & Nature
Have you heard of the Twizies? These small electric cars are cool, environmentally friendly and glide over the road surface. Re..
FOOTgolf Netherlands: active outing in Spaarndam
Active & Nature
Do you have a real passion for golf, but also for football? Then a game of foot golf is definitely recommended for you! Foot..
The most beautiful nature and hiking areas in Haarlemmermeer
Park De Veldpost in Badhoevedorp: for people and animals
Active & Nature
Badhoevedorp has a new recreational area: Park De Veldpost. The park is part of a green connection...
Houtrak: recreation area along the water in Spaarnwoude
Active & Nature
Houtrak recreation area is part of the Spaarnwoude nature reserve. Houtrak is an ideal place for dog owners. ..
Stadspark Hoofddorp: the green heart of the center
Active & Nature
Would you like to relax and enjoy a beautiful piece of nature in the middle of the busy city center? Then bring a b..
Venneperhout: wonderful walks in Nieuw-Vennep
Active & Nature
In the middle of what was once the Haarlemmermeer, you will find Venneperhout. A young park forest, which is well maintained by Staatsbosbeheer. ..
PARK21 in Hoofddorp: the new park of Haarlemmermeer
Active & Nature
Thanks to the development of the Haarlemmermeer, the number of inhabitants of the municipality is growing rapidly. As a result, there is..
Park Zwanenburg: explore this beautiful recreational area
Active & Nature
On the southeast side of Zwanenburg you will find Park Zwanenburg, a brand new recreational area of 35 hectares. Here you can...
Spaarnwoude Park: come and stroll through the nature of this recreation area
Active & Nature
Between Haarlem, Amsterdam and Velsen you will find the green nature of Spaarnwoude Park. In this area, named after the village..
De Groene Weelde: explore nature & come for a walk in Vijfhuizen
Active & Nature
Groene Weelde is located in Vijfhuizen, on the border with Hoofddorp and Cruquius. This recreation area with forests, water feature..
The Haarlemmermeerse Bos: from playground to Spartel pond
Active & Nature
Just above Hoofddorp lies a green oasis of peace and nature: the Haarlemmermeerse Bos. This beautiful nature reserve is ma..
Plesmanhoek: colorful fields and off-leash area for the dog
Active & Nature
Near the Haarlemmermeerse Bos you will find the Plesmanhoek recreation area in Hoofddorp. This area is located north of the..
Park Vijfhuizen: new recreational area in Haarlemmermeer
Active & Nature
Park Vijfhuizen is one of the newest recreational areas in Haarlemmermeer. Planting started in 2013. M..
Swimming, boating and more: enjoy the watery environment
SUPing in Haarlemmermeer: rent your SUP here for an active outing
Active & Nature
Supping has become very popular in a short time. It is an adventurous water sport where you stand on a SUP board..
Swimming in Haarlemmermeer
Active & Nature
Do you feel like a fish in water and would you like to keep practicing your swimming skills? Then it is useful to know where y..
Fishing in Haarlemmermeer: discover the best places to cast your fishing line!
Active & Nature
Haarlemmermeer is the perfect municipality for hobby fishermen. From ponds to lakes, the municipality offers a range of possibilities..
These are 2 perfect places to dive in Haarlemmermeer
Active & Nature
Scuba diving may not be as popular as other water sports in the Netherlands, but you'll be amazed when you see ..
The Toolenburgerplas: ultimate swimming fun in Hoofddorp
Active & Nature
In the Toolenburg district of Hoofddorp there is a beautiful lake: the Toolenburgerplas. At this lake you will find an oasis of peace..
Rent a sloop in and around Haarlemmermeer: rent your boat here for a perfect day out
Active & Nature
An ideal way to explore the surroundings of Haarlemmermeer is by boat. That way you can enjoy from the water..
Möllers Shipyard in Buitenkaag: rent a boat here for a wonderful day on the water
Active & Nature
When you think of Haarlemmermeer, you probably also think of water. The municipality has countless beautiful places to go with a ..
Dynamique Spaarndam: water sports in Spaarndam
Active & Nature
Dynamique wants to get people moving in a casual way and bring them into contact with each other. They use ..
Westeinderplassen: a unique nature reserve next to Haarlemmermeer
Active & Nature
Between Aalsmeer and Leimuiden you will find a beautiful peat and lake area, called the Westeinderplassen. Here you can ..
Ringvaart: the special canal of Haarlemmermeer
Active & Nature
A ring canal of at least 60 kilometers runs around the Haarlemmermeerpolder. A ring canal is a man-made canal..
Outdoor tips
Day camping Haarlemmermeerse Bos: for a wonderful day of relaxation
Active & Nature
Are you going on holiday soon and would you like to practice setting up your tent or trailer tent? Or just tasty...
Heemtuin De Heimanshof: the most beautiful wild plant garden in Hoofddorp
Active & Nature
At Heemtuin Heimanshof you step into the world of wild plants and it is a nice place to learn about nature. When..
The best riding schools in Haarlemmermeer
Active & Nature
Are you looking for a good riding school to stable your horse or to take riding lessons? In the beautiful surroundings ..
The best places to spot planes at Schiphol
Active & Nature
Haarlemmermeer is a paradise for plane spotters thanks to Schiphol Airport. Schiphol Airport has 6 different l..
Twizy GPS Tours: discover the typical Dutch polder landscape
Active & Nature
Have you heard of the Twizies? These small electric cars are cool, environmentally friendly and glide over the road surface. Re..
Drift Trikes Experience Nieuw-Vennep: a unique experience for young and old
Active & Nature
Do you like action? And do you want a day out? Then go drifting on Drift Trikes! At Drift Trikes Experience Nieuw-Venn..
Big Spotters Hill: special viewpoint in De Groene Weelde
Active & Nature
In the Groene Weelde, a recreation area that lies between Hoofddorp, Cruquius and Vijfhuizen, you will find the Big Spotters Hill.
Five beautiful nature reserves where your dog can run free
Hiking & Cycling
You can't make your four-legged friend happier than an afternoon of running, swimming and romping in nature. Haarlemmermeer..
Sporting activities in Haarlemmermeer
FOOTgolf Netherlands: active outing in Spaarndam
Active & Nature
Do you have a real passion for golf, but also for football? Then a game of foot golf is definitely recommended for you! Foot..
Dynamique Spaarndam: water sports in Spaarndam
Active & Nature
Dynamique wants to get people moving in a casual way and bring them into contact with each other. They use ..
Boerengolf Liedehoeve: golf among the cows in Haarlemmerliede
Active & Nature
Farm de Liedehoeve can be found in the recreation area Spaarnwoude. For a fun outdoor activity you are with them ..
Five places where you can rollerblade in Haarlemmermeer
Active & Nature
Haarlemmermeer not only offers cyclists and walkers beautiful places to recreate, roller skaters can also endlessly ..
Boulder hall de Fabriek Hoofddorp: bouldering in Haarlemmermeer
Active & Nature
Are you ready to start climbing in a spectacular way? With 1100 square meters of surface, 120 boulders..
Freestyle Gymnastic: Active outing in Nieuw-Vennep
Active & Nature
Looking for a fun sport or an active outing? Come and freestyle at sports association Freestyle Gymnastic in Nieuw-Vennep..
SUP SUP CLUB: adventurous supping in the Haarlemmermeerse Bos
Active & Nature
Discover the lake of the Haarlemmermeerse Bos with the sup. A relaxed and active sup adventure in Haarlemmermeer. The perfect..
SkiCentrum Hoofddorp: get the real winter sports feeling!
Active & Nature
Are you going on winter sports soon or do you just really want to go skiing or snowboarding? Put on the skis at the ..
Claus Bowling: A fun evening bowling in Haarlemmermeer
Active & Nature
Are you still looking for a fun activity for a night out? With twenty bowling alleys, Claus Bowling in Hoofddo..
The best sporting outings in good weather in Haarlemmermeer
Active & Nature
Are you looking for a fun activity outside in the lovely summer weather? With these fun sporty outings in Haarlem..
Haarlemmermeersche Golf Club: large golf course in Cruquius
Active & Nature
The 27 different holes of the Haarlemmermeersche Golfclub are located in the middle of the historic landscape of the Haarlemme..
Golfclub Houtrak: challenging golf course in Halfweg
Active & Nature
The beautiful golf course of Golfclub Houtrak is located in Halfweg. The holes here are challenging and the golf course has the status ..