🥾 Social Hike 12 km: Scenic Schutsluis & Countryside Trails


Details
🚩 Starting & Ending Point:
Heerhugowaard Train Station in front of flowershop
📏 Distance:
12 km (loop)
⚖️ Difficulty:
Easy-to-moderate — relaxed pace, accessible paths.
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### About This Hike
Looking for a social outdoor activity near Alkmaar? Join us for a 12 km nature walk and countryside hike from Heerhugowaard! 🌿
This loop trail includes:
- 🏗️ Schutsluis Broek op Langedijk
- 🌬️ Molen D (traditional windmill)
- 🐏 Dike paths with sheep
- 🔭 De Lepelaar viewpoint
- 🏡 Historic houses in Langedijk
We’ll take a cozy break at Eetcafé Marktzicht for a drink and good company. ☕🍻
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### Bring:
- 👟 Comfortable hiking shoes
- 💧 Water & snack
- ☀️🌦️ Weather-appropriate clothing
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### Why join?
- Meet friendly people who enjoy walking & nature
- Discover scenic countryside trails near Alkmaar
- Take part in a fun, relaxed social event
### 🔔 RSVP & Payment Info
To join this event, please RSVP — you’ll be placed on the waitlist first.
This helps us make sure that only people who complete payment get a confirmed spot.
After you RSVP, I’ll send you a Tikkie payment link (€5).
Once payment is received, I’ll manually move you from the waitlist to the attendee list.
Please pay within 24 hours of receiving the link.
If payment isn't made in time, you’ll stay on the waitlist and your spot may go to someone else —
but no worries, you can always message me later to request a new link. 😊
✅ Why we do this:
This system helps us avoid no-shows, cover group costs, and keep the event smooth and enjoyable for everyone. 🙌
✅ What’s included in the €5:
- One standard drink during our break (coffee, tea, soft drink, beer, or house wine)
- A small contribution toward organizing costs and the Meetup subscription
🕒 Cancellation policy:
- Cancel 48 hours or more before the event → get a voucher for a future hike
- Cancel later or don’t show up → no refund (your contribution supports the group)
- If the host cancels or reschedules the event, your €5 will be refunded in full
Thanks for supporting the group and helping us keep it fair, social, and fun for everyone! 🌿
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🥾 Social Hike 12 km: Scenic Schutsluis & Countryside Trails