Winching terrain Het Wolkenveld, Nieuw Schoonebeek Starting with the winch is flatland flying par excellence

Wolkenveld
is located just outside Nieuw Schoonebeek. It consists of large plots of organic grassland that we share with the owner, Hans Wolken, and his young cattle. We have a container for equipment storage, a chalet for theory lessons and meals, and we offer camping on the field or B&B accommodation. The site itself is very long and offers many possibilities for beginners and advanced riders. It can also be a wonderful thermal area!

The location

The kite site is located in a surprising corner of the Netherlands, between the Natura 2000 area Het Bargerveen and the German border. Peace, space, and clean air, plus stunning views while flying. We don't fly over the nature reserve, but you can see it, and rare birds often fly overhead. If you stay overnight, you'll be greeted in the morning by the clucking of free-range chickens, and you'll also set up your kite under the watchful eye of around 60 young cows. They're literally there like little girls!

Our facilities

Our daily schedule depends on the weather. We will keep you informed of the time we expect you to fly, but please take into account that you might have to wait a bit.

Material storage
Hydraulic winch machine
A quad for riding out the cable
Coffee, tea, fridge
Toilet, water and electricity
Theory and relaxation room

Features of the winch field

The Wolkenveld consists of five plots measuring 80 x 1000 meters and several plots measuring approximately 300 x 200 meters. There's plenty of space, but with crosswinds, we have to consider the ditches between the plots. Naturally, we'll take this into account in our planning.

Address and route

Het Wolkenveld is located behind the farm on Europaweg 233, just outside the village of Nieuw Schoonebeek. If you're coming from the west, first drive out of the village and after about 2 kilometers you'll find number 233 on your left. Slow down at the second ^bus stop after the village; you're almost there.

Europaweg 233, New Schoonebeek
Please note: do not drive onto the property at number 233, but take the asphalt road after number 231!

Then, behind the shed on the right, slide open the large gate, close it again after passing, and drive a short distance. Park behind the blue-green container. We'll also meet at that container on the first day at 10:00 AM.

Active in the area

Lovers of peace and quiet will find everything they're looking for here. The Lier site borders the Bargerveen, a beautiful and unique nature reserve perfect for hiking and cycling. There's also beautiful scenery just across the German border. And did you know that this region has a rich history, first as a peat extraction area and later in oil and gas extraction? There are several museums where you can learn more about this.

Overnight

The winch site has a mini-campsite for tents and a few campers or caravans. There's also a B&B run by "Vrienden op de Fiets" (Friends on Bikes) with several spacious rooms and a dormitory. Campers can also sign up for breakfast, and even a packed lunch is available. A little further afield, there are several other B&Bs, hotels, and other campsites in the area offering more activities for non-flying fellow travelers.