Drenthepad - 17

01 · Character of the route

Is this one for you?

Urban Area 1× viewpoint Remote Uncrowded

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02 · 2 points along the route

What will you encounter?

1× viewpoint 1× monument

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Kijkheuvel Scharreveld viewpoint · 88 m off route 17,0 km 100%

1940-1945 monument · 271 m off route 17,0 km 100%

· Elevation profile

How tough is this route?

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0 km 8,5 km 17,0 km

03 · Landmarks

Steady waypoints

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04 · Intersecting routes

Where you meet other trails

Drenthepad - 16

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Drenthepad - 18

SP6

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05 · From the trail

Through the eyes of hikers

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07 · Before you go

Answers to common questions

How long is the Drenthepad - 17 hiking route?

Drenthepad - 17 is 17.0 km long.

How long does it take to walk Drenthepad - 17?

At an average walking pace, Drenthepad - 17 takes approximately 4h 15min to complete.

Is Drenthepad - 17 a loop trail?

No, Drenthepad - 17 is a linear (point-to-point) trail. It runs from Nieuw Balinge to Westerbork. Plan ahead for return transport.

Where does Drenthepad - 17 start?

Drenthepad - 17 starts at Nieuw Balinge.

What fitness level is needed for Drenthepad - 17?

Drenthepad - 17 is a challenging hike that requires a good level of fitness.

Who maintains the Drenthepad - 17 trail?

Drenthepad - 17 is maintained and managed by Wandelnet.