Sailing in the Bommelerwaard
Experience true adventures!
Most versatile location
Sailing on the Meuse, staying overnight in nature, eating out, taking a refreshing dip in natural water, the Bommelerwaard has it all!
Making a campfire and barbecuing
Bring your own barbecue and/or make your own campfire with gathered wood on one of the natural beaches.
Sleeping in nature or in a marina
In the sand and gravel pits, you can moor nicely and sleep in beautiful nature. In addition, there are fun ports in this area.
Experiencing true adventures
From the log cabin boat, you can already see many beautiful things. With the accompanying canoe, go on your own adventure in the pristine nature and meet unique animals!
A versatile sailing area with beautiful scenery and fun ports
Explore the Bommelerwaard by log cabin boat and spend the night in one of the old river branches. Here you can really unwind and enjoy the moment. Moor at a quiet beach where you can have a BBQ and build a campfire. Or keep going up the Meuse past pretty villages to the fortified town of Heusden. Dine out and stay overnight in the atmospheric city harbour. This is guaranteed to be a holiday to remember.
Visitors rave about this prime location! You can tell from everything that the Bommelerwaard sailing area is inextricably linked to water. On this ‘island between the rivers’ you will find a dynamic nature reserve between the Meuse and Waal. By log cabin boat, the stretch of Meuse from Lith to Heusden is navigable. Your starting point? The point where Meuse and Waal just barely miss each other, the old fishing village of Heerewaarden!
Besides the Meuse, you will find a number of larger lakes and river branches. These were created from the 1960s onwards as the river’s flow direction was altered or sand and gravel was excavated. Today, lakes like the Alemse Gat, the Zandmeren and the Afgedamde Maas are an ideal place to swim with the whole family or moor at a beach and roast marshmallows over a campfire late into the night. Bring on those scary stories!
Make time to enjoy all the beauty nature has to offer here. At dusk, you often spot beavers, kingfishers and other ‘rare’ aquatic animals. Watch the sun slowly sink into the water and the sky take on the most amazing colours. The Bommelerwaard sailing area disconnects you from the everyday hustle and bustle. You don’t need an alarm clock here either. Nothing is better than waking up the next morning to the twittering of birds around you.
The Bommelerwaard in brief:
- Many beautiful moorings in the countryside where you can stay quietly and sheltered
- Lovely sandy beaches for swimming, fishing, sunbathing and barbecuing
- Make a campfire on one of the natural beaches and roast marshmellows
- Sailing on the Meuse yourself, there is always something to see!
- Treat yourself and eat out at the Zandmeren or in the centre of Kerkdriel
- Discover Heusden’s picturesque town port
- Water fun for little guests in the most beautiful playground: the Neswaarden
Staying on the log cabin boat for a week or more? Then you can also sail on to the Biesbosch from Heusden
Booking
WEEKEND Departure Friday afternoon until Monday morning 10.00 uur.
MIDWEEK Departure Monday afternoon until Friday morning 10.00 uur.
WEEK Departure Mon. or Fri. afternoon until Mon. or Fri. 10.00 uur.
Sailing routes
The Bommelerwaard sailing area entails the part of the river Meuse between Lith and Heusden. You are not allowed to moor on the Meuse. This is allowed in the many river branches and sand holes beside the Meuse: the Lithse Ham, the Zandmeren, the Gat van Sientje, the Alemse Gat, the Afgedamde Maas and the Neswaarden.
Staying on the log cabin boat for a week or more? Then you could possibly sail on to the Biesbosch.
Note: You may NOT take the log cabin boat through the locks al Lith, Heerewaarden and at Andel.
Spend the night in nature
In the Bommelerwaard, nature gets all the space it needs. Along green banks, trees with their feet in the water are interspersed with grassland full of blooming flowers. In the Bommelerwaard, you can always find a beautiful nature spot where you can spend the night undisturbed, with waterbirds as your only neighbours!
On the natural beaches and grassy banks where there is enough open space, you are allowed to light a campfire, but always make sure you do this safely.
Visit the old fortified town of Heusden
About 3 hours of sailing from the boarding location is Heusden. This restored Brabant fortified town has a beautiful old centre and is well worth a visit. Moor the log cabin boat in the cosy city port. This way, you are right in the centre near the many restaurants and terraces. After a night out for dinner and drinks, you’ll be back on board in no time!
Tip: get a slice of freshly baked artisan bread the next morning at Bakkertje Deeg
Spot special animals
Of course, boating in the Bommelerwaard is super fun, but the experience becomes truly unforgettable when spotting wildlife. From your mooring spot, you can often take beautiful walks through the area. From your log cabin boat, spot the impressive Scottish highlanders and wild horses; several herds roam freely in the area.
The quiet moments at dusk are the best time to look for beavers and kingfishers. In the Alemse Gat, you can look for turtle Diego who only shows up occasionally. With a bit of luck, you’ll feast your eyes!
Experience true adventures!
Grab the SUP or canoe and have your own adventure in the many sand and gravel holes along the Meuse. (No canoeing or SUPping on the Meuse itself.) If you get hot from all that paddling, just plunge into the fresh water.
The Bommelerwaard has beautiful fishing spots for you to cast a line. You can then fish for typical freshwater fish such as pike, zander and bream, but catfish also swim around here.
Our other locations
De Linge
Along this small river you will find historic villages, towns and forts, interspersed with nature that surprises you at any time of the year.
- Historic villages and peaceful nature
- Easy sailing, no tides
- Sleeping in nature or in a marina
- Experiencing true adventures
Land van Maas en Waal
Enjoy beautiful unspoilt nature and still have cozy catering options nearby. The land of Maas and Waal has the ideal combination!
- The ideal combination
- Spend the night on a natural jetty
- Easy sailing, no tides
- Making a campfire and barbecuing
Biesbosch
National Park The Biesbosch is perhaps the most beautiful wetland nature reserve in the Netherlands. Nature has never been so close!
- Nature has never been so close!
- National Park The Biesbosch
- Experiencing true adventures
- Relax and discover
Frequently Asked Questions
Can we rent the boat for 1 day or night?
No, that is not possible. Bookings can be made by midweek, weekend or week. Of course, you may stay fewer nights on the log cabin boat, but you will pay the full price.
How can I book?
On the website, you can enter a location, date and duration in the booking bar (at book your adventure now). When you click on search you will see the available options. Choose an option and click View, you will then be taken to the booking form where you can review and finalise your chosen booking.
How long are the rental periods?
The continuous rental period is a midweek, weekend or week. Changeover days are always Friday and Monday.
Weekend: departure Friday afternoon (according to schedule) until 10.00 on Monday morning.
Midweek: departure Monday afternoon (according to schedule) until 10.00 Friday morning.
Week: departure Friday or Monday afternoon according to schedule until Monday or Friday morning 10:00.
(if you want to go out for more than a week, you can also add this when booking)
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Is the included canoe free of charge?
Yes, the canoe is free. You’ll find these at the back of the deck as standard. Would you like to canoe as well as supp and don’t have your own SUP? You can rent a SUP from us: costs €35 per midweek or weekend and €60 per week. Please indicate this when booking, or ask us before departure.
Can a dog come along?
Yes, the additional cost is €25 per boat.
Max. 3 small dogs or 2 large ones, or your cat or any other pet may also come along.
Can you add bedding?
Yes you can, fully made up bedding. For 2 persons € 25 and for 4 persons € 50
Please note, if you do not book this, you will have to bring everything from home, including pillows and duvets, although 2 fitted sheets are always provided.
How many people are allowed on board?
Up to 6 people are allowed on board. There are fixed places to sleep for 4 people, 1 or 2 can sleep on the ground on an air mattress you bring yourself, or you can always put up a tent on shore.
Is there a shower available?
Yes, an outdoor shower with hot water is available. Showering inside is possible almost in every marina.
Is there a down payment?
Yes, the down payment is € 300. This must be paid when placing your booking, which can be done via iDEAL or by bank transfer.
How much is the deposit?
The deposit is €250 per boat, which can be paid by debit card or cash on the day of departure
Are there any additional costs?
Yes, you pay €2.50 fuel costs per sailing hour. (The meter only counts actual sailing hours)
By way of indication: fuel costs usually average between €20 and €40 for a weekend or midweek.
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What time can I pick up the boat?
You will be sent a time slot by e-mail 10 days before departure. You can confirm this or select a different time slot. Please note that departure times are in the afternoon only! Unable to come on time
on the departure day? Then call the relevant phone number in your booking e-mail.
What time should I return the boat?
You will be expected back at the port between 8:30 and 9:45. Our crew will take over the log cabin boat from you no later than 10:00.
Are you much too late? If so, we will be forced to withhold part of the deposit. Return weekend: Monday between 8:30 and 9:45.
Rather return the boat on Sunday already? This is possible, in consultation, between 17:00 and 19:00
Return midweek: Friday between 8:30 and 9:45.
Do I need a boating licence?
No, you don’t need a boating licence, you will receive comprehensive instructions beforehand, including a trial run.
Can anyone sail a log cabin boat?
Yes, from 18 years of age and up, the log cabin boat is equipped with various aids that make sailing it child’s play.
You get a comprehensive explanation and sailing instruction and trial run on departure, allowing you to start your holiday relaxed.
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