On April 17, 2020, it will be 75 years ago that the Noorderdijk near the Dijkgatsbos was destroyed during the Second World War. This created a hole in the dike and the Wieringermeer was flooded. After the Second World War a nature reserve was created here called “De Wielen” with the remains of a foundation of a farm that stood there. Because of this historically important place and we celebrate 75 years of freedom in 2020, we make this area visible to visitors. This in collaboration with Staatsbosbeheer and the Hoogheemraadschap Hollands Noorderkwartier. On the old dike, which had been breached at the time, an access path is made with a lookout point at the end. From this point you have a view of the water with the foundation of a farm that stood on the site of the dike breach.
Uitkijkpunt Gat in de dijk
Nearby locations
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De Dikke Bries
You will find our cozy restaurant at the Marina Den Oever marina near the beautiful Robbenoord forest. You get the atmospheric view of the IJsselmeer completely free of charge. De Dikke Bries is the ideal location for all your parties and parties, but you can also contact our friendly hosts for a quick cup of coffee. Do you have nothing to celebrate yourself, but still feel like a party? Then keep an eye on the agenda of Restaurant De Dikke Bries and visit one of our acclaimed social events.
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Mountainbikeroute Wieringerwerf
A route of 19 kilometers through the Dijkgatsbos and the surroundings of Wieringerwerf.
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Sloepennetwerk Hollands Kroon
Sloop network is the alternative to the well-known water almanac with which you can easily and quickly plan a fascinating sailing route with your sloop.
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Kringloop Saartje
Thrift store Saartje is a nice and cozy shop with a warm and homely atmosphere, where many people like to come.
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Historische Gesellschaft Wieringermeer
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.
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Pumping station Leemans Stontelersluis
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.
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De Samenstroom
Op initiatief van ir. Lely viel in 1930 de Wieringermeerpolder droog. De kerk is in 1938 ontworpen door E.J. Rothuizen en gebouwd door L. Schotte. In 1945 heeft de kerk onder water gestaan omdat de Duitse bezetter de dijk had opgeblazen. De schade was enorm. Na de bevrijding viel de polder eind 1945 voor de tweede keer droog. In 1947 is de kerk herbouwd. In 2002 zijn de Gereformeerde- en Hervormde kerk samen gegaan. Vandaar de naam ‘De Samenstroom’.
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Meeting location “Leven van de wind”
Enjoy the hospitality of farm life! See with your own eyes how a modern farmer works. We love to introduce our company ato you. We have a very traditional farm with potatoes, onions, wheat and sugar beets. But we are also an energy supplier. There runs a 0.9 megawatt wind turbine and there are 180 solar panels on the roof of the shed. Want to see for yourself how our products grow? Or are you just curious about all these modern technologies? Come and make a tour over our company.
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Den Oever – Den Helder