Easy hikes and walks in Groot Buitenschoor

The Ouden Doel Radar Tower is an eight-meter-high observation deck. The tower is freely accessible. On a clear day, the top offers a beautiful view of shipping traffic and the submerged land of Saeftinghe. This is a unique area where the tides have been freed up again (after the land reclamation), creating a unique landscape of mudflats and salt marshes.

cycling smoothly and pleasantly

Not facilities here. Especially on weekdays

Fan of cobblestones? Check out our Collection of ready-made cobblestone cycling routes, collected in the book “De Hel van het Zuiden”, downloadable for €9. You get 7 routes, with multiple distances. 25 GPXs in total! Of course incl. pre-fun via Komoot! You can find this section in the routes! https://www.komoot.com/nl-nl/collection/2485043/-de-hel-van-het-zuiden-kasseien-routes-gids-e-book

Fan of cobblestones? Check out our Collection of ready-made cobblestone cycling routes, collected in the book “De Hel van het Zuiden”, downloadable for €9. You get 7 routes, with multiple distances. 25 GPXs in total! Of course incl. pre-fun via Komoot! You can find this section in the routes! https://www.komoot.com/nl-nl/collection/2485043/-de-hel-van-het-zuiden-kasseien-routes-gids-e-book

Nowadays they are hardly in use in their original function, but are merely technical-historical monuments of a long tradition of craftsmanship: solely using the power of the wind as driving energy, the heavy millstones inside were moved and, for example, grains of grain were ground into flour (so-called grain mills ) or the oil is pressed from (e.g. olive) fruits (so-called oil mills). Occasionally - more on the Dutch coast, but also here at this "polder mill" in the former peat mining area - the function of the windmill was completely different: it pumped water to a higher level and thus served for drainage. These old windmills are the best proof that people centuries ago - long before the discovery of electricity and the resulting inventions - were clever enough to harness the power of the elements for their own purposes .

The Prosperpolder, located in East Flanders, Belgium, is an area with a rich history of land reclamation and a complex relationship between economic development and environmental protection. The origins of the Prosperpolder date back to the 17th century, when the process of land reclamation began. Land was created by diking the tidal river Scheldt. The purpose was twofold: the polder provided fertile agricultural land and strengthened protection against floods that often plagued the region. Over the centuries, the area was further developed and farms and villages emerged in the Prosperpolder. However, what makes the Prosperpolder really special is that it has a rich biodiversity. The area is home to several ecosystems, including wetlands and marshlands. This has made the polder an important component for migratory birds, waterfowl and other wildlife. It is a true paradise for nature lovers and mechanics who enjoy nature actively. Lately, the Prosperpolder has been involved in a controversy over economic expansion and environmental protection. Plans for the construction of a new tidal dock in the Scheldt, as part of the expansion of the port of Antwerp, have sparked debate. On the one hand, there are economic interests that want to benefit from the port development, while on the other hand, conservationists are concerned about the possible negative consequences for the unique ecosystems of the Prosperpolder. Managing the Prosperpolder is a challenge in which various government agencies and nature conservation organizations work together to find a balance between economic growth and environmental conservation. This complex balance between economy and environment has made the Prosperpolder a symbol of the sustainable struggle for the future of our natural and ecological diversity. The Prosperpolder is not only an area of ​​historical value, but also a breeding ground for discussion and action, with local people, policy makers and nature conservationists working together to determine what the future of this special piece of landscape will look like. It is a real challenge to balance the interests of the economy and the environment and to preserve the legacy of the Prosperpolder for future generations. #WandelTotaal

Doelpolder Noord is a fascinating piece of land in Belgium, located near the village of Doel, in the province of East Flanders. This area has become a symbol of the struggle between man and nature, economic interests and environmental protection. For centuries, the polder was a fertile agricultural area, along the dikes and locks that protected the low-lying land against flooding from the Scheldt. Farmers in the Doelpolder Noord grew crops and raised livestock, eking out a modest but stable existence. But in the second half of the 20th century, the plot of the Doelpolder Noord began to change. The expansion of the port of Antwerp brought changes. Plans for the construction of new docks and infrastructure threatened the polder. The dikes were constructed, and some parts of the area were rezoned for industrial use. These developments caused a fierce debate between proponents of economic growth and opponents who wanted to preserve the unique nature and agricultural traditions of the polder. Ecologists pointed to the area's valuable wetlands and biodiversity, as farmers act to preserve their land. Ultimately, the pressure of port development caused part of the Doelpolder Noord to be cleared and converted into an industrial site. This is causing outrage and sadness among some residents and environmentalists. Yet another part of the polder has been preserved as a protected and protected landscape, where migratory birds and wildlife thrive. Doelpolder Noord remains a symbol of the sustainable struggle between economic expansion and environmental conservation. It is an area with a complex and rich biodiversity, which continues to evolve under the influence of systematic discussion and political management. The balance between economy and nature conservation remains a challenge for this significant piece of Belgian landscape. #WandelTotaal