A large lake next to the Amsterdamse Bos with three official swimming areas (Westzijde, Noordoever and Nieuwe Meer), small beaches and hidden coves, with the Zuidas towers as a skyline. Amsterdammers bike here to swim and paddleboard in clear water among the rowing and sailing clubs.
- Address
- Nieuwe Meer, beyond the Schinkel area, next to the Amsterdamse Bos
- Best time to go
- Afternoon · About 2 h
- Price
- Free
- Price level
- €
Details can change. Check hours and prices before you go.
Good to know
- Check zwemwater.nl for the official swimming areas and water quality.
- Good for stand-up paddleboarding (YLBB).