In the 17th century the dike collapsed to the north of Meerkerk. After the water was conquered again, a big wheel was left behind. The water of this wheel is used by birds as a foraging and breeding place. Part of the lake becomes a recreational lake where you can swim safely.
The Hoenderwiel
Zouwendijk
4231 CB
Meerkerk
Contact details
W: https://www.zuidhollandslandschap.nl/gebieden/hoenderwiel