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View Tower Kootwijk

View Tower Kootwijk



In the middle of the special sand drifts stands for years the wooden watchtower, here you can fully enjoy the beautiful nature. This watchtower of Kootwijk was replaced in 2017 for an even higher and sustainable tower, this allows you to see as far as Apeldoorn and you can also see the Radio Kootwijk transmitter building. This replacement was made possible by Staatsbosbeheer, the Veluwe Specialist and SOS Events. A view from a tower over the largest sand drift in Western Europe is, of course, a special attraction.

This is also the reason why many cycling tours from Garderen go along this Veluwe phenomenon. Indeed, it is perfect for such things as a break with a picnic or a short walk. In addition, you can also enjoy peaceful cycling in Kootwijk and its surroundings. So from the Veluwe Specialist there are cycling tours for mountain bikes or electric bicycles which pass by the Kootwijk watchtower. Perfect for a day out with the kids or family!

Bike route past Kootwijk watchtower?

See which bike route(s) you can take and from which location you can depart:

Sand-drift trail (Otterlo)

Departure from: Hoenderloo

Are you nature lovers? This route takes you through the woods and towards the sand drifts of Kootwijk. Rather see the Veluwe from above ...

Versatile Kootwijk

Departure from: Hoenderloo

Always wanted to see the former transmitter park Radio Kootwijk? This route takes you there through the woods and sand drifts near Kootwij...

Highlights Hoenderloo

Departure from: Hoenderloo

This versatile route takes you to some of the highlights of the Veluwe! You will visit the old radio masts of Radio Kootwijk, cycle through the...