When looking for a holiday rental in Midlaren, it helps to set a clear priority: should your stay focus mainly on the megalithic tombs and farming history, heathland and scenery, or activities on Zuidlaardermeer? The options vary by theme, route length and season. This lets you plan around the interests that matter most for your trip.

Megalithic tombs and farming history

The large megalithic tombs D3 and D4 lie in Midlaren between two old farmhouses and are also known together as Hunenborg. An old sign at Schutsweg 42 points to their location. The tombs can be reached via a sandy path leading to two derelict farmhouses. Check local conditions before your visit.

Several farmhouses dating from the 19th century stand along Groningerstraat in Midlaren. Southeast of the village, the old waterway Plankensloot runs from the lake towards Groningerstraat. An exhibition about water in the landscape of the Hondsrug area is located at Waterpark De Bloemert in Midlaren. The historical and cultural themes thus range from the megalithic tombs and farming architecture to the water landscape.

Heathland, wetlands and lake

Vijftig Bunder is a small heathland area surrounded by woodland and situated on a slope in the Drentse Aa stream valley.

At 671 hectares, Zuidlaardermeer is the largest lake in Drenthe. Its area includes the Leinwijk floodplain marsh and grassland with numerous meadow birds. Compared with the heathland, the focus here is on wetlands, grassland and birdlife. Swimming, windsurfing, walking, cycling, birdwatching and boating are possible on and around Zuidlaardermeer.

Walking and cycling routes

The Knapzakroute Midlaren is a 13-kilometre walking route around the village. A cycling route of about 50 kilometres runs along Zuidlaardermeer and through the Hunzedal, using the ANWB cycle junction network. The different route lengths offer a practical guide to choosing between a walk and a longer bike ride.

The Uitkijktoren Zuidlaardermeer West observation tower offers views over the lake. The “Rondje Zuidlaardermeer” cycling route passes the tower, linking the bike ride with the viewpoint. Route details may change; check the route before setting off.

Water activities in different seasons

The Watersportcentrum Zuidlaardermeer rents out Polyvalken for outings on the lake lasting a few hours or a full day. Seasonal availability may vary. The Zeilschool Zuidlaardermeer offers programmes for children and young people, ranging from their first experiences on the water to developing their technique and understanding; seasonal schedules may also vary.

In winter, the Midlaren skating club organises skating tours on Zuidlaardermeer when weather conditions are suitable and there has been enough frost. Boat outings, sailing programmes and skating tours therefore differ both in activity and in their seasonal conditions.

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