During the Nacht van de Nacht, you will discover nature in the dark under the guidance of a guide. The walk leads through the forest, the dunes and along the beach, where you will experience how different the surroundings feel when daylight disappears. Sounds, scents and other sensory perceptions play an important role in this.
During the excursion, attention is paid to light pollution and the importance of darkness for nature. The Netherlands has a lot of artificial lighting from buildings, advertising and streets, among other things. For various animal species, a dark living environment is actually important.
Together with the guide, you will discover what can still be seen by the light of the moon and stars and you will go in search of nocturnal animals. A special walk through the dark nature of the dunes around Den Helder.
