Recreation and accessibility

The water storage facility in De Onlanden is only used during extreme weather conditions. During such periods, access to the area is restricted for walkers and cyclists. During wet periods, particularly between November and February, some walking routes and cycle paths may become (partially) flooded. Examples include: Roderwolderdijk, Bommelier, and Verlengde Boterdijk. These cycle paths will then be closed for a few days. Alternative routes are available so that you can continue walking or cycling.

Agreements about road closures and the associated communication are laid down in a protocol. The municipalities are responsible for communicating the current accessibility of the area.

De Onlanden will remain accessible during construction or maintenance work for the additional water storage facility. However, there may be temporary inconvenience due to construction traffic and earthworks.

Yes, all existing routes will remain unchanged. The locations where you can transfer your canoe at a weir will also remain the same. During construction work, signs will indicate which paths are temporarily closed or less accessible.

During wet periods, some bike paths in De Onlanden are (partially) flooded. This is because the area is designed as a water storage area. This occurs more frequently between November and February.

The municipality closes flooded paths and puts up signs. Walkers and cyclists are given information about alternative routes. For the cycle path along the Roderwolderdijk, the Matsloot/Hooiweg towards Groningen is an alternative.

The separate bicycle path will remain accessible to cyclists even when the water storage facility is fully operational. The water board is also investigating whether the drainage system near the bicycle path can be improved, so that the path will at least remain flooded for less time.