3 km45 minutes
Spokeplas loop
Short loop around the swimming lake, perfect for a post lunch wander or a morning round before breakfast.
Out and about
The Spokeplas, the forests and the cycling paths at your door.
Buitenkamer Anders sits in one of the most beautiful corners of Friesland. Walking trails to the horizon, a crystal clear swimming lake and junction cycling routes that take you across three provinces. Start or end your trip at our table.
The jewel
The Spokeplas, just around the corner.
A stones throw from the restaurant lies the Spokeplas, a beautiful swimming lake with sandy beaches and crystal clear water. A favourite spot to cool off in summer, a pretty place to walk past all year.
From our car park you reach the water in a ten minute walk, towel over your shoulder. When you come back, we have a cold glass, a warm fire and a full plate ready for you.
- Freely accessible, free parking at our place
- Sandy beaches and shaded spots under the trees
- Suitable for small children, dog on a leash welcome
- Ice cart and lifeguard in high season
Walking
Trails through the Stellingwerven.
From our front door you connect straight to the Stellingwerven trail network, a stunning walking area with heath, old forests and shifting sands. Three routes we recommend ourselves.
8 km2 hours
Appelscha forestry
Junction route through centuries old beech and pine, with views across heath. Discover the real Drents Friese character of this area.
14 km4 hours
Drents Friese Wold
Longer route through the national park, with shifting sands, raised bogs and viewpoints. A proper half day outside.
Cycling
Junction routes, three provinces under your tyres.
Our place sits at the cycling junction between Friesland, Drenthe and Overijssel. Plan your own route with the signs on the way, or borrow a map at our bar.
- Junctions 17, 23 and 41 start right at our door
- Routes from 25 to 80 km, flat terrain, all levels welcome
- E bike charging point in the parking, free to use
- Nice stops along the way: farm shops, ice cream farm, tea houses
Swimming
Three swimming spots nearby.
Whether you like swimming laps in clear water or paddling with the kids, there is something for everyone close by.
Spokeplas
Close, clear water, shallow at the edges, deeper in the middle. Official swimming water, regularly tested for quality. Dog on a leash welcome.
Canadameer Steenwijk
Twenty minutes drive, a larger recreation lake with sandy beach, kiosk, lawn and decks. Very child friendly.
Het Nije Hemelriek
A hidden pool in the forestry, for those who want something quieter. Walk or cycle from the restaurant, no car needed.
After your trip
Take a seat, the fire is already on.
Whether you arrive out of breath from a bike ride, dripping from the lake or sandy from the trails, you take a seat with us and eat well. Reserve in advance, especially on weekends.