in the Noordoostpolder
The Noordoostpolder has been dry for more than 80 years. Time has not stood still in all those years here, at the bottom of the former Zuiderzee. Islanders on Urk suddenly became mainlanders. The former island of Schokland, with its rich history, acquired UNESCO World Heritage status. And the new land, even during World War II, was further cultivated and increasingly populated. This was subject to a strict selection procedure for years, because you did not just become a resident of the Noordoostpolderder. The history of the Noordoostpolder, however young, tells a beautiful story of struggle and perseverance, but especially of pioneering in the new land.
Discover our history
Schokland really is a must-see when you visit the Noordoostpolder . Be surprised by the former island. Did you know that Schokland was the first Dutch UNESCO World Heritage Site? Museum Schokland's indoor and outdoor exhibits illustrate the geology and archaeology of the Noordoostpolder, the island's origins and decay, and the lives of the Schokker population.
In the Waterloopbos you can see and discover the Netherlands' strong bond with water. This is where the most ingenious water works used to be devised and tested. Also admire the landscape artwork Deltawerk//. Take a beautiful and instructive walk in the woods and enjoy a snack at Pavilion Het ProefLab//,
For years in a row, Pantropica has been voted the best outing in Flevoland by the ANWB. Among other things, you will find tropical gardens, animals, several playgrounds and the largest butterfly garden in Europe. Pantropica is almost completely covered, so it is always dry, windless and summery.
Throughout the year, you can admire a dozen sand sculptures during a nice walk across the Schoterveld and around the Schoterplas. They are set up in cubic boxes along the route and have a new theme every year from September onwards. Choose whether you walk the short, medium or long route.
Playground Buitengewoon De Voorst is a Valhalla for little adventurers with lots of energy. Children can let off steam in the spacious, fenced-in playground with a go-kart track, cableway, sandpit, bouncy castle and much more. Entry to the playground is free. Above all, stay for a pleasant meal at the adjacent Restaurant Buitengewoon De Voorst.
Netl is great for a day of old-fashioned outdoor play, fanatical sports, a nice swim or a brisk walk. The park attracts many day trippers, but it also offers excellent camping facilities. At Netl you will find dunes, swimming water, bamboo forests, hiking trails and natural play equipment. There is also an obstacle course for avid athletes.
The village of Nagele is the icon of Het Nieuwe Bouwen. Discover the architecture of this unique village through the permanent exhibition on the design history of Nagele in Museum Nagele. With documentaries, animations, models and personal testimonies of residents and architects, this exhibition tells about the modernist ideals with which the village was designed.
Two castle ruins. In Flevoland? Yes indeed, they used to stand on the edge of the Zuiderzee, successively on the same spot in what is now the Kuinderbos. The Lords of Kuinre raided ships on the Zuiderzee from here. There is not much left of the castles, but Kuinderberg does offer a nice view of the island with the castle ruins.
Visit Noordoostpolder is a partner of the foundation Made in the Noordoostpolder. This foundation promotes everything that makes the Noordoostpolder so special. Of course, recreation and tourism are an important part of this. But living, working and entrepreneurship also feature in beautiful and inspiring stories. In the Noordoostpolder , we are proud of our area and we all like to show that. Here, you can live, work and relax in a spacious environment where you experience the unique history of origin and ingenuity every day.
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