The Drowned Forest Tull en 't Waal - Schalkwijk

N 52.005019969624 / E 5.1547481159844

The Verdronken Bos near Tull en 't Waal did not always look like this. A beautiful forest used to stand on this spot but the drainage in the area caused some problems. When big rainstorms passed by, the water had difficulty finding its way and often stayed in the same place. Due to this nuisance, it was then decided to set up the forest as a water storage facility.

In case of heavy rain, the piece of land could henceforth be flooded, thus limiting damage and nuisance. The surplus of rainwater caused the trees to partially submerge, causing the treetops to die off and be seen only as stumps above the water line. You can view this special forest via a plank path that runs right through it.

De vlonders Het Verdronken Bos Tull en 't Waal

The Drowned Forest Tull en 't Waal
Kaaidijk
3998 WH Schalkwijk

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The Drowned Forest Tull en 't Waal - Schalkwijk

Nearby bicycle routes

Cycle route along Utrecht Forts

Cycle route ferry across for a pound of fruit

Cycling route between Bilthoven and the river Lek

Cycle route World Heritage | Dutch Water Defence Lines

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