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Spot the first migratory birds on the mudflats near Balgzand

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Southeast of Den Helder lies the beautiful Wadden Sea World Heritage nature reserve. The Balgzand is the western part of the Wadden Sea. This area is very important for migratory birds and fish.
Sun 8 Mar '26

/ 09:00-11:00 am

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Discover in the early morning whether the bird migration has already started on Balgzand.

Get up early and head out into the Wadden Sea. On Sunday, March 8th, you'll be setting off with a guide from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Balgzand is the western part of the Wadden Sea area and teeming with birds year-round. Here you'll see flocks of wading birds and other species up close.

Join an experienced guide

During this excursion, a guide from Landschap Noord-Holland will point out various bird species. You'll learn what to look for. Have the first migratory birds returned yet? You'll get answers as you explore the area together.

Experience the Wadden Sea at its best

In the morning, the Wadden Sea is at its best. The light is soft. Nature slowly comes to life. You experience the tranquility and hear the calls of birds all around you. This is how you start your Sunday outdoors, active and full of fresh sea air.

Book now and join us

Want to join us? Book your place through the Landschap Noord-Holland website. The starting point is the 't Kuitje Information Center on Oostoeverweg in Den Helder. Please wear sturdy shoes and arrive on time.

When

Sun 8 Mar '26

09:00-11:00 am

Where

Group arrangements and activities
Southeast of Den Helder lies the beautiful Wadden Sea World Heritage nature reserve. The Balgzand is the western part of the Wadden Sea. This area is very important for migratory birds and fish.

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