Het Boshuis

A route of 19 kilometers through the Dijkgatsbos and the surroundings of Wieringerwerf.

On the Ijsselmeer coast you will find hidden stories that reveal many secrets. We have portrayed twelve beautiful and moving stories for you. Narrated by residents from Hollands Kroon and surroundings. Think of the hole in the dyke that the Germans blew up in 1945, the remains of which can still be seen. But also at the Leemans pumping station, archaeological finds and the construction of the Afsluitdijk.

From 1930, the Leemans pumping station has ensured that the residents of the Wieringermeer keep their feet dry by pumping water from the polder. Until 1997 this was in the IJsselmeer. Because the water in the Wieringermeer is bad for nature and drinking water extraction due to so-called "saline seepage" (seawater that flows into the polder underground), it has been pumped directly into the Wadden Sea since 1997.

Black alder, soft birch and lots of mushrooms houses the Robbenoordbos. The Dijkgatbos has a special history. Two polder forests to delve into!

Monday to Friday from 9.30am to 12.30pm. Closed on weekends and during school holidays. In our farm shop we sell organic products from our own land.

A fun route with colorful gnome posts, especially for children.

The Historical Society Wieringermeer includes promoting the knowledge of and interest in the history of Wieringermeer. You can visit the exhibition and our hostesses/ men, are happy to explain you about our rich history.