The Netherlands is a water country that shows its most beautiful side from the water. This is certainly true of the piece of North West Overijssel that also bears the name het Waterreijk.

The Waterreijk is a still unspoiled peat meadow landscape with rare flora and fauna and picturesque towns and villages such as Blokzijl, Vollenhove, Muggenbeet and Giethoorn. And, of course, water. Dozens of kilometers of ditches, canals, lakes and ponds, including centuries-old waterways over which the whole of the Netherlands can be reached by boat.

The area where you can sail has a rich history and is home to picturesque villages and towns that you can reach by sloop. Characteristic of the region are the water villages Giethoorn, Dwarsgracht, Jonen and Muggenbeet. And the historic towns of Blokzijl and Vollenhove. It sometimes seems here that time has stood still. And with more than 400 kilometers of waterways and beautiful nature, the “kop van Overijssel” is definitely worth a visit.

There are many possible routes. For example, you can sail from Blokzijl to Zwartsluis for a leisurely lunch and then sail on to Vollenhove before ending in Blokzijl.

If you want to sail for several days, a visit to Zwolle is also highly recommended.

We will be happy to inform you about all the possibilities.