Biesbosch National Park
Drimmelen, Netherlands
A freshwater tidal landscape of creeks, reed beds and willow woods south of Dordrecht, best seen by boat or canoe. Book a boat trip or rental in advance, and bring insect repellent in summer.
De Biesbosch National Park covers about 90 square kilometres in North Brabant and South Holland and is regarded as one of the last extensive freshwater tidal areas in north-western Europe. It was created by the St Elizabeth's flood of 1421, which submerged about 300 square kilometres of polder land. The park was established in 1994. Today willow woods and reeds shape the landscape, an important resting place for geese and waterfowl.
Beavers had spread widely by 2014, white-tailed eagles have bred in the area for several years, and in 2016 the first ospreys hatched in the Netherlands were born here. Drimmelen is one of the access points. The best way to explore is by boat or canoe; book excursion boats or rental boats in advance and allow several hours up to a full day. In summer, bring insect repellent.
- Nearest town
- Drimmelen, Netherlands
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- 51.7620, 4.8110
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually June–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in May and October. Cold, short days in January–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Getting there
- Netherlands: No motorway tolls for cars. 100 km/h on motorways between 6:00 and 19:00.
Nearby
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Campsites nearby
- Mini-Camping "De Witboom"Campsite3 km from Biesbosch National ParkTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToilets
- GeitenbrijCampsite7 km from Biesbosch National ParkTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToilets
- WSV GeertruidenbergMotorhome stopover7 km from Biesbosch National Park · 16 pitchesMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
- 't MostochCampsite14 km from Biesbosch National ParkTentsCaravansMotorhomesShowersToiletsWi-Fi
- Camperpark KinderdijkMotorhome stopover14 km from Biesbosch National Park · 65 pitchesMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
- Camping Kleine AbtshoeveCampsite14 km from Biesbosch National ParkTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
All campsites in Netherlands · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Biesbosch National Park?
Biesbosch National Park is in Drimmelen, Netherlands, at GPS 51.7620, 4.8110. It is about 18 km from Kinderdijk.
Can you camp near Biesbosch National Park?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Mini-Camping "De Witboom", about 3 km away; within 25 km there are 113 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
What is there to see near Biesbosch National Park?
Places worth a stop nearby: Kinderdijk (18 km), Cube Houses (28 km), De Haar Castle (42 km) and Delft Market Square (42 km).
When is the best time to visit Biesbosch National Park?
The most pleasant months are usually June–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in May and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)