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Just inside the gate of Woudrichem stands the old fish auction, once the center of the local fishing industry. Fishermen from the area sailed far up the rivers and brought their catch here to auction. Today, fresh gurnard is still baked here regularly.
Step along with Brabants Landscape manager Kelly for an exploration of the Struikwaard, a unique nature reserve along the Afgedamde Maas River. Management, flora and fauna alternate in this dynamic polder landscape.
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.
Fort Giessen focuses on nature conservation and education. Learn all about World War I in this area. Tour the trenches and powder rooms and discover the special nature on and around the fort.
Fortified town Woudrichem is the only town in the Biesbosch Line. The town is strategically located at the confluence of Maas and Waal, at the junction of 3 provinces, and is known for salmon fishing. Discover the Martinus tower and sailing heritage, among other things.
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.
The war that never wanted to become a war, but caused enormous tension and fear among civilians. The period between 1945 and 1991 is known as the Cold War. Also in the Biesboschlinie you will find remnants of this period.
It's an old folk tale and we all know it. He was a trumpeter in the prince's army. We are of course talking about.... Jan Claesen! Did you know that there is a Jan Claesen buried near the Romboutstoren of Andel?
Learn more about the most common tree in the Biesbosch: the willow! Learn about the pollarding of willows in nature reserve the Pannekoek in the Biesbosch and take a look at basket maker Versteeg from Wijk en Aalburg.
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.
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.
Behind the origins of the Biesbosch is a fascinating story. Without a ferocious storm and a breach of a dike, the Biesbosch would not be the enchanting place it is today. Dive into the past and search for the traces of beavers.
