Discover the raw character of IJmuiden, the harbour, the beach, and the lock complex where the largest sea lock in the world is located.
Experience the hustle and bustle of the North Sea Canal. You cross the North Sea Canal by ferry. The starting point is point number 3 of the node route, in Velsen-Zuid. You are free to start at another node.
The longer Bato Route (yellow) in Velsen-Zuid takes you to the historical site where the Roman harbor fort once stood on the Oer-IJ. The route passes various archaeological points near De Ven in Velsen-Zuid and bridges the gap between Roman history and the natural value of Spaarnwoude Park.
The South Kennemerland region, between IJmuiden and Haarlem, is characterized by a dune landscape, villa villages, and estates.