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Things to see in Erica (Netherlands): 22 places and when to go
Erica is a town in Netherlands, and this site lists 22 places in and around it, mainly Hiking (9), Wildlife (5), Architecture (5). The best known are Wildlands, Bargerveen Nature Reserve and De Bente, Dalen. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: October to March. In June there are 16 h 35 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 24. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Netherlands · 52.6781, 6.9505
- Places
- 22 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Hiking (9) · Wildlife (5) · Architecture (5) · With kids (3) · Nature (2) · History (2)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- October to March.
- Nearest airport
- AMS Amsterdam, 154 km as the crow flies
What to see in Erica
The places in and around Erica, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- WildlandsZoo in the Netherlands12 km
- Bargerveen Nature ReserveProtected area by the habitats directive in Drenthe, Netherlands4.3 km
- De Bente, DalenWindmill in Dalen, Netherlands13 km
- Industrieel SmalspoormuseumMuseum in Netherlands6 m
- Jan PolWindmill in Dalen, Netherlands13 km
- Nooitgedacht, VeenoordWindmill in Veenoord, Netherlands8.3 km
- OosterbosForest near Emmen, the Netherlands9.4 km
- De Berk, DrentheWindmill in Drenthe, Netherlands10 km
- De Heidebloem, EricaWindmill in Erica, Netherlands3.8 km
- SynagogeSynagogue in Emmen, the Netherlands12 km
- Antonius van PaduakerkChurch building in Emmen, Netherlands6.9 km
- GriendtsveenparkWith kids · Wildlife2.2 km
- Hondsrugpad - 13Hiking10 km
- Hünenweg - 11Hiking6.0 km
- Hünenweg - 12Hiking5.6 km
- Kinderboerderij Parc SandurWith kids · Wildlife6.8 km
- NoaberpadLong-distance trail in the Netherlands and Germany9.6 km
- Noaberpad - Aanlooproute - etappe 24Hiking12 km
- NoaberpadLong-distance trail in the Netherlands and Germany5.7 km
- NoaberpadLong-distance trail in the Netherlands and Germany2.1 km
- Pieterpad: Sleen to CoevordenSection of the long-distance hiking trail Pieterpad13 km
- Veenlandpaden - Nederlands grootste SchaapskooiHiking3.9 km
When to go to Erica
The best time to visit Erica is April to September; also possible: October to March. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible7:55
- FebPossible9:36
- MarPossible11:30
- AprBest time13:40
- MayBest time15:32
- JunBest time16:35
- JulBest time16:09
- AugBest time14:30
- SepBest time12:23
- OctPossible10:18
- NovPossible8:23
- DecPossible7:24
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h 35 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 24. In April, 22 of the 22 places are at their best.
When to go to Netherlands in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Erica
The nearest main airport is Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS, Amsterdam), 154 km as the crow flies. How to get around Netherlands (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
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- Schoonoord49 places24 km
- Slagharen36 places27 km
- Lattrop-Breklenkamp37 places29 km
- Wierden49 places44 km
- Assen82 places45 km
And all of Netherlands, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Erica?
The best known: Wildlands, Bargerveen Nature Reserve, De Bente, Dalen, Industrieel Smalspoormuseum, Jan Pol. In all, 22 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Erica?
April to September; also possible: October to March. In June there are 16 h 35 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 24.
How do you get to Erica?
The nearest main airport is Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), 154 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Erica as the destination and these 22 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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