From the starting point you walk in the direction of Werkendam. A vast, quiet stretch overlooking the various polders bordering the National Park De Biesbosch. You walk past Fort Bakkerskil, a fortified town belonging to the New Dutch Waterline, a special resting place!
You walk past mill De Vervoorne Polder to the other side of the A27, where Fort Altena is located. This fort is also part of the Nieuwe Hollandse Waterlinie and is well worth a visit. The road continues along a meandering dike through the village of Uppel to the south. On the way you will come across a number of mills and if a mill is running you can pay a visit. The millers are happy to show you how everything works. On this route you will come across farms selling produce. Just before Dussen you turn west again and walk back to Nieuwendijk.
At the starting point, you can reserve an extra in advance by calling +31183403274. There will be a knapsack waiting for you, filled with sandwiches, fruit and goodies. The cost is €7,50 and Marie will give you a free bottle of water with it.
Activity: hiking