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Kaag Lakes in Leiden — watersports area: The Kaag Lakes are the watersports area just north of Leiden

Kaag Lakes in Leiden

The Kaag Lakes are the watersports area just north of Leiden: sailing, sloop trips, small islands and waterside terraces.

Kaag Lakes from the water

On the water you see sailing boats, sloops and paddle boards; along the shore are marinas, small beaches and cafés. From Leiden you can sail there in about an hour via the Zijl.

The history of Kaag Lakes

The lakes were created by centuries of peat digging: the excavated land turned into the largest sailing water in South Holland.

Visiting Kaag Lakes: route and tips

Freely accessible; rent sloops and sailing boats at the harbours in Warmond and Kaag. Around twenty minutes from Leiden Centraal by bus or bike.

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Things to do nearby

Location, opening hours & tickets

Address

Kagerplassen
Kagerplassen
2361 Warmond

20 minutes by bus or bike from Leiden Centraal

Opening hours

Freely accessible, day and night

Opening hours and prices are indicative — check the official website before your visit, especially around public holidays.

Frequently asked questions

When is Kagerplassen accessible?
Kagerplassen is freely accessible.
How do I get to Kagerplassen?
Kagerplassen is a 20 minutes by bus or bike from Leiden Centraal.