Willeskop nature reserve

Natuurgebied willeskop is a wet and peaceful nature reserve located between the medieval Noordzijdsekade and the Bloklandsedijk wooded banks where vulnerable plant and animal species feel at home. The area attracts all kinds of meadow and marsh birds that like to forage and raise their young here.

You can enjoy hiking in this area. There are therefore several walking routes running through this area.

Willeskop is located in the Lopikerwaard, between Oudewater, Benschop and Montfoort. Until 2002, cows grazed here in the meadows between the two timber quays. From 2002, the area was transformed into a wetland and bird habitat. Over 300,000 cubic metres of soil were excavated for this purpose.

The area also features a watchtower with views over the nature reserve and surrounding area.

The area can be reached from two car parks: location Damweg and Boveneind Noordzijde t.h.v. house number 408