This is the area between the Kanaalweg to Kolhorn the N248, the Provincial road to the Zand, the Westfriese dike and the Wadweg. It is approximately 100 hectares in size and almost entirely owned and managed by Staatsbosbeheer. This is the only nature reserve within the municipality of Schagen. There is a reed field of around 35 ha in the area, which is mowed every spring. The rest of the area is a small-scale polder landscape with a relatively high water level.
Schagerwad Schagen
Nearby locations
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Bicycle route Het lege land – 34 km
Cycling route along bell-shaped farms in Schagen and surrounding areas and the Westfriese Omringdijk. The route is 34 kilometers long and can be cycled by following the junctions. It is also possible to download the route.
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Wonders Eten en Drinken
Wonder’s food & drink is located in one of the most beautiful buildings in Schagen.
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Sushi en Thai Schagen
Thai restaurant & Sushi restaurant in the center of Schagen
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Hotel Marktstad
Boutique Hotel Marktstad in Schagen has 65 spacious and very comfortable hotel rooms, all with different views and experiences, in various price ranges. The ideal hotel for a home office, wedding, a day out, weekend away, for relaxation at the coast, or for a business stay in Schagen.
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B&B Moments
Cozy B&B in the vibrant heart of Schagen. Has 3 beautiful rooms with private bathroom, minibar and TV with Netflix. A delicious breakfast with fresh orange juice, yogurt with fresh fruit, rolls, croissants, an assortment of cold cuts and cheese and of course a nice fresh egg ensure a good start of the day. Every day a "fresh" newspaper and a cupboard full of games and reading books. This combination of coziness and tranquility is offered to you by Natalia & Loek. Our motto: Life is good....good life is better!
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Trattoria Sophia
In Trattoria Sophia you will find yourself in warm, Italian atmospheres. Here you come for pure Italian cuisine and hours of dining together. Enjoy a real caffè or cappuccino with a dolce, delicious Italian lunch dishes or a delicious vino with antipasti. As Sophia Loren, the epitome of La Dolce Vita, once spoke: "Everything you see, I owe spaghetti".
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Café Spoorzicht
Café Spoorzicht on the Nieuwe Laagzijde is a brown pub where everyone - from young to old - will find a good time.
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Trattoria La Perla
With a cook from Puglia in Italy and a hostess from Sicily, La Perla guarantees the most delicious Italian dishes and delicacies.
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Café de Bierkade
The nicest café in Schagen for tasty beers, darts, live football, peanuts and live music.