Afsluitdijk
Restaurant
Bicycle friendly
The Afsluitdijk is a 32 km long causeway and dam in the Netherlands, separating the Waddenzee from the freshwater lake IJsselmeer.

πŸ“œ Impressive causeway linking Friesland and North Holland.
πŸ” Built to protect against flooding, it created the freshwater IJsselmeer.

Why Go

πŸ—οΈ Marvel at a monumental engineering feat
πŸšΆβ€β™€οΈ Cycle or walk along the causeway
πŸ“Έ Enjoy scenic views from the observation tower
πŸ“š Discover its historical significance, including a WWII battle

Tips

πŸš— Easily accessible by car from Den Oever or Cornwerd
🚌 Bus 350 provides public transport to Leeuwarden or Harlingen
β˜• Stop for coffee or a snack at the restaurant in the middle

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