Beautiful polders
Enjoy the quiet, expansive nature and vast polders
Natural areas
The Biesboschlinie is rich in natural areas. Stichting Brabants Landschap, Stichting Altenatuur, Staatsbosbeheer and some private individuals take care of this beautiful landscape and the sometimes rare animal and plant species that live there. Thanks to their efforts, we can enjoy all this beauty.
And besides the natural areas, the windmills are also unmissable icons of this beautiful area. Once they ensured dry feet, today the millers still grind flour for the baker, and tell us the story of a rich history. So put on your walking shoes, climb on the saddle or get in your canoe, and marvel at all the beauty Altena nature has to offer.
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Natural areas
Natural areas
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Mills
Mills
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Routes
Routes
QR Heritage Mill Trail
The millers are the ambassadors of the mills. With great knowledge, full of love and enthusiasm for 'their' mill and the miller's profession, they spend hours every week keeping the mills running and welcoming visitors. The QRfgoed Molentocht takes you past all the mills of Altena. Visit when the sails are turning - that's when the mill is open (often on Saturdays). There is nothing like seeing the mill "live" in operation and hearing the miller tell the story. Also get the route booklet with stamp card inside and collect all the mill stamps of Altena. Is the route too long for one day? The route can be done in parts, with the stamp card helping to keep track.
Do you find the miller 'not at home'? Then scan the QR codes at the mills. Each code links to a video that tells you everything you need to know about the mill you're standing in front of. The millers speak enthusiastically about their passion, about grinding grain, water management, the love of the miller's trade and the important function that mills had in the past.
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Tasty region route
The Biesboschlinie is rich in nature and culture, but also has a flourishing countryside, with a large and innovative agricultural and agri-food sector. Together with this sector, the municipality of Altena is moving towards "the meal of tomorrow. That is healthily produced, sustainably grown and comes from the farmer to your plate without waste.
The "Tasty Region" cycling tour introduces you to all the beauty our farmers have to offer - both beautiful local produce and stunning landscapes. We also tip you off to some initiatives where you can see, taste and experience the meal of tomorrow.
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Polder stories
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With the wind at our backs along the forts
Cycle along the four forts of the Biesbosch Line. These forts are part of the Nieuwe Hollandse Waterlinie, which is on Unesco's World Heritage List. Behind this waterline there is a special historical story.
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Back in time
Discover the hidden gems of Altena. From a clog factory passed down from generation to generation, to a local pub where time has stood still. Join us on a journey back in time through the Biesbosch Line.
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Walking through Acres of Altena
Join this eight-kilometer hike through the beautiful polder landscape, where you can not only enjoy nature, but also delicious, local delicacies along the way.
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Discover Wijk and Aalburg: buffaloes and history
Visit Buffelgaard Verschure, a buffalo farm run by Richard and Monique. They have various products made from their milk that are for sale in the little store. Combine it with a walk through Het Wijkerzand nature reserve.
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The generosity of Altena
Altena is rich in nature and culture, but also has a thriving countryside. Highly recommended is the route Smakelijke streek, a 32 kilometer route right through the polders and over the dikes, which takes you past local estate stores and stalls.
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Pick a basket of happiness
There are plenty of opportunities in the region to harvest your own produce. From fruits and vegetables to brightening up your home or caravan with a beautiful bunch of flowers. Discover picking and harvesting gardens, local produce and visit the best spots in the Biesboschlinie.
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Dutch Water Lines
Visit UNESCO world heritage sites! The southern defenses of the Hollandse Waterlinies can be found here, in the Biesbosch Line. Dive into history and visit forts, locks, casemates and fortified town of Woudrichem.
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National Park De Biesbosch
Spot beavers and ospreys, explore rugged nature, visit the museum island ... or just come in for a breath of fresh air. It is possible, in National Park the Biesbosch.
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Walk through Woudrichem
Picturesque streets, wide water and sturdy fortifications: discover this charming fortified town with a history dating back to the Middle Ages.