This route takes you past seven forts in Gooi & Vecht that are all part of the UNESCO World Heritage Dutch Waterlines.
Did you know that Gooi & Vecht is the pivot point between the two defense lines, the Amsterdam Defense Line and the New Dutch Water Line? This makes Gooi & Vecht a unique focal point within this UNESCO World Heritage site!
You can visit five of the seven forts.
For centuries, the Vecht was important to the Dutch Water Lines. For the northern part of the defense lines, the river formed the backbone that supplied the water to inundate the surrounding areas.
An adventurous 22 km canoe route through 't Kalf in Zaanstad, where you enjoy forts, windmills, and the green surroundings.