Boating on the water

Flevoland

Boating on the water

There is also plenty of boating inside the dykes. Thanks to Flevoland's extensive network of canals, you can discover the most beautiful scenery and vast, wide polder landscapes from your boat. Whether you want to float peacefully, sail actively or explore small villages along the waterfront, the possibilities are endless. Sailing in Flevoland means enjoying peace, space and special views that you won't find anywhere else.

Sloop boating in Flevoland

Since 2022, you can enjoy boating in Flevoland via a brand new sloop network of over 90 kilometres. With 32 junctions, you can very easily put together your own route and discover the special polder landscape, cosy places to moor along the way and the beautiful nature of the Netherlands' youngest province while sailing.

Whether you are a seasoned boater or going out on the water for the first time, the network is easy for everyone to navigate. Thanks to the clear signs and up-to-date information on water depths and clearance heights, provided by Visit Flevoland, you will sail carefree and enjoy Flevoland from the water.

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Marinas in Flevoland

Are you enjoying your time on the water and want to moor up? Flevoland has countless marinas where you can moor your boat. Whether you choose a modern marina with all facilities or a cosy marina in the middle of nature.

From these harbours, promoted and described by Visit Flevoland, you can sail right up the most beautiful routes. Ashore, you can enjoy the conviviality, restaurants and shops, or the peace and quiet of vast nature reserves. Thanks to the variety of city ports and quiet mooring places, there is always a place that suits your boating trip.

Sailing schools in Flevoland

Do you like feeling the wind in your hair and the fresh sea air in your nose? Then perhaps sailing is something for you! In Flevoland, you have plenty of opportunities to take to the water where the wind has free rein. Just make sure you are well prepared! In Flevoland, there are several sailing schools spread throughout the province where you can learn all the tricks of the trade. Whether you are a beginner or more experienced, want to learn individually or in a group, there is always a sailing school that suits your pace and style. Adventure on the water awaits!

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Safely on the water

You're going out on the water, fun! Make sure you go out well prepared, though. For example, do you know the boating regulations? Is the safety of your boat in order? How do you cross safely? Or how do you pass bridges and locks? Check the website of Varen doe je Samen (Sailing Together) beforehand for all the information you need to sail safely.

Water plants

Coming to a halt in a field of aquatic plants or tough stems in your propeller. Watersports enthusiasts in the Southern IJsselmeer region know the problem. Yet there are plenty of places where you can sail without hindrance. You just need to know where. The web app Waterplanten.nu with GPS function shows you where you are in relation to navigable and less navigable water. Even if you are temporarily without an internet connection, you can continue to use the web app.