Thursday 26 December 2013, earth monument “de Zanderij” near Maarn in the Province of Utrecht, just east of Utrecht, improvised route; approx 5 kilometers. Easy hike, but prepare to descend/ascend using a small earth/wooden stair of – in the south west corner – a very long and steep aluminum stair to get to/from this former sand quarry. Millions of people will have seen this surprising area traveling on the highway (A12) from the west towards Germany. The hike is relatively short but varied however the most interesting topic is the geological history which has been preserved in this place represented by an Earth monument. The monument itself is accessible only for guided tours but there are excellent viewing points and informative signposts along the route.
2013-12-26 De Zanderij+, Maarn
