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Capelle Aan Den Ijssel

Observation tower – Hitland loop from Capelle aan den IJssel

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Capelle Aan Den Ijssel

Observation tower – Hitland loop from Capelle aan den IJssel

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59

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Observation tower – Hitland loop from Capelle aan den IJssel

01:42

6.73km

10m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 29, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

1

1.49 km

Observation tower

Highlight • Viewpoint

The Hitland nature reserve is wonderful for walking and cycling. And to see a little more of the area, there is also a nice elevated viewpoint.

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2

1.88 km

At the top of the dike by the De Olifant Estate

Highlight • Monument

There's also a good, rurally located restaurant here (reservations are required). The working harbor of Hitland is also worth a visit, with its variety of vintage boats.

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3

2.01 km

Steenoven De Olifant

Highlight • Monument

A lot has happened in the hamlet of Ver-Hitland from the moment when the first reclamations along the Hollandsche IJssel started in 1200 and the first stone places started to bake stones to build churches, fortresses and monasteries.

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4

2.10 km

Hitland Work Harbor

Highlight • Structure

Original course of the Hollandse IJssel. Diverted in 1939. It was then dredged for the stone industry. Today it is a residential port.

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5

2.31 km

Ferry Zeemeeuw Ouderkerk aan den IJssel – Nieuwerkerk aan den IJssel

Highlight • Rest Area

This small ferry connects Ouderkerk and Nieuwerkerk aan den IJssel and offers a peaceful crossing of the Hollandse IJssel. While sailing, you have a beautiful view of the water, the …

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6

4.51 km

Picnic Spot by Molenweteringpad

Highlight • Rest Area

This picnic area has two tables and is an ideal place for a stop if you are going to do both sides of the Hitlandbos. You look out over the …

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7

5.28 km

Junction 57

Highlight • Cycleway

8

5.31 km

Hitland

Highlight • Natural

Hiking in Hitland is always wonderful. No matter the season, there's always something to experience.

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6.73 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.69 km

1.50 km

931 m

719 m

510 m

381 m

Surfaces

2.62 km

1.21 km

931 m

752 m

653 m

552 m

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