Water tower – Surf Island Westeinderplassen loop from Leimuiden

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Water tower – Surf Island Westeinderplassen loop from Leimuiden

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Water tower – Surf Island Westeinderplassen loop from Leimuiden

02:04

19.9km

20m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The route includes a crossing by ferry. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 19, 2026

This route includes a ferry crossing

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Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 5.86 km for 98 m

Open: • Monday-Friday: 7:00 AM-5:45 PM • April-October, Saturday-Sunday: 10:00 AM-5:45 PM (otherwise closed)

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Cycle route along the Westeinderplassen

Highlight • Cycleway

Nice fast cycling route for me from Leimuiden to the Amsterdamse Bos. 15 km nice cycling. Be careful of parked cars and fishermen who may do strange things with their …

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Bike path along the Westeinder Plassen

Highlight • Cycleway

Beautiful road and bike path straight along the lake (Plassen). In summer nice views on the boats and the birds. Very good asphalt, easy rolling. Traffic even on nice summer days not a problem.

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Ferry at Rijpwetering

Highlight • Rest Area

Well, that's what I call a ferry. When I took the photo here, the friendly ferryman immediately jumped up to his hut and wanted to translate me. I only had a nice photo in mind and not a boat trip.

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Fort near Aalsmeer (Fort Rijsenhout)

Highlight • Historical Site

The Fort at Aalsmeer, also known as Fort Rijsenhout, dates from the years 1890-1895. The tank buildings built 10 years later meant the completion of the fort in 1905. It …

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Water tower

Highlight • Monument

The water tower in Aalsmeer can be found on the edge of the Westeinderplassen. The construction of the water tower started in 1926 and was completed in 1928. The tower …

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Surf Island Westeinderplassen

Highlight • Beach

Nice recreational area for water sports enthusiasts. The Westeinder Plassen also offers various places to relax and there are junctions around the lakes.

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