🌿 Nature & Relaxation
Peace and quiet in the expansive nature reserve – wild Konik horses, secluded bays and time to drop anchor.
Find out more →Maasbracht & Surroundings
From Maasbracht, one of Europe's most beautiful inland cruising areas opens up to you – the Maas and its tributaries.
Your Perfect Starting Point
Our marina "Van der Laan" in Maasbracht is an excellent starting point for a wide variety of trips for your holiday. Depending on the time available and your personal taste, countless possibilities open up to you.
Our base is situated right in the heart of the Maas Lakes (Maasplassen), which with 3,000 hectares of water represent the largest contiguous watersports area in the Benelux.
📸 Impressions from Our Cruising Area
All images were genuinely taken in our cruising area – real impressions from real trips
📍 The map shows the location where the photo was taken – all photos are from our cruising area
Where would you like to go?
Discover the variety of possibilities – tap the map for details and photos
🏛️ Maastricht
Cultural city with dining and culture – via the Zuid Willemsvaart all the way to the historic city harbour.
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🇧🇪 Discover Belgium
Liège, waffles and the meandering Meuse – Namur, Dinant and northern France are waiting for you.
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🏘️ Historic Flanders
Along the Zuid Willemsvaart: Rekem, Leopoldsburg and magnificent historic towns of Flanders.
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🛍️ Shopping
Designer outlets in Maasmechelen and Roermond – shopping and cafés right along the route.
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🧭 Heading North
In two to three days towards Zeeland or Friesland – Leukermeer, Mooker Plassen and a Mediterranean feel.
Learn more →A Kaleidoscope of Possibilities
From the small transit harbours you have access to the famous cycle path network. Relax with one of the countless Belgian beers at one of the many waterside terrace cafés.
Heading further towards Venlo, you can reach the Leukermeer and the Mooker Plassen, and continue on to Willemstad, Breda, Heusden or even further to Friesland.
To the south, in the Belgian provinces of Limburg, Liège, Antwerp, Flemish and Walloon Brabant, cities such as Antwerp, Mechelen, Leuven, Brussels and Charleroi on the Sambre await you with a multifaceted kaleidoscope of cultural and culinary highlights.
💡 Our Tip
Whether you'd like to follow one of our suggested tours or simply want to find out more – we're happy to advise you personally and help with planning your perfect boating holiday.
Highlights at a Glance
🇳🇱 Netherlands
- Maasplassen (3,000 ha of water)
- Roermond & Designer Outlet
- Marina Oolderhuuske
- Leukermeer & Mooker Plassen
- Venlo
- Zeeland & Friesland (multi-day)
🇧🇪 Belgium
- Maastricht & historic city harbour
- Liège – waffles & culture
- Rekem – most beautiful village in Flanders
- Leopoldsburg
- Designer Outlet Maasmechelen
- Namur, Dinant, Charleroi
🌟 Special Experiences
- Watch wild Konik horses
- Enjoy Belgian beer culture
- Cycling tours from the harbours
- Waterside terrace cafés
- Exploring historic cities
- Culinary highlights
📥 Route Suggestions for Download
Detailed route suggestions with maps, harbours and tips
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From the owners personally
Never handled a large boat before?
The Maas region requires no special experience – but a little practice never hurts. Natalie & Oliver will train you personally: from your first docking to confident lock passages.
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Refresher Training
Bookable by the hour, flexible – perfect for a quick refresher before your charter.
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Basic Skipper Training
A half day covering all the essential manoeuvres: mooring, locking, anchoring.
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Advanced Skipper Training
A full day on the water – incl. your first overnight passage on your own.
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Training by the owners personally · 2 trainers · 1 to 1
Ready for your adventure?
We're happy to advise you personally on route suggestions and help with planning.