Swimming and boating season open
The swimming and boating season runs from 1 May to 1 October. This means we’ll be spending more time swimming in our lakes and boating on our waterways. During the season, Noorderzijlvest Water Authority checks the water quality of the swimming spots. The water authority also manages the waterways in the region.
Swimming
During the swimming season, we monitor the water quality of the swimming lakes in the region. We advise swimming only at the 17 official swimming spots we manage. We regularly check the water at these spots for bacteria.
If you want to be usre water is clean enough for a swim, check www.zwemwater.nl first.
- More information about swimming water
Boating
During the boating season, we manage the waterways in our region. We ensure that they are clean, safe, and sufficiently deep and wide. During the boating season, operating hours on the waterways are extended to allow more space for recreational activities. We also provide information about any obstructions.
Up-to-date information about recreational waterways and operating times of bridges and locks: