Photo locations for Nature
31 places to photograph nature in the Netherlands and Belgium. ← All types
Living raised bog with boardwalk paths
Heathland, pools and drift dunes in De Maasduinen
Willow floodforest and creeks
Wetland and bird reserve in the IJzer plain
Water-rich wetland landscape, birds and reflections
Large wooden giants by Thomas Dambo hidden in the forest
Saltwater inlet with tidal channels, unique tidal landscape
Large wet heathland with pools and sheep flocks
Trees planted in the floor plan of a cathedral
Impressive stalactite caves
International bird area with mudflats and salt marshes
Cross-border heathland and dune landscape
Heathland, fens and the winding Beerze
Dunes with pools, wisents and woodland close to the sea
Ancient beech trees and an exceptional variety of fungi
Pools, heathland and forest, popular spot for fungi
Newly created nature island with birds
Oldest nature reserve in the Netherlands, wetland with birds
Freshwater tidal area with creeks, beavers and eagles
Raised bog with pools, boardwalks and birds
Heathland, sand drifts, forest and wildlife all in one place
Heathland, pine forest and blue slag heaps
Largest lowland peat bog, reed beds and water
Pools surrounded by forest, magical in autumn
Pools, heathland and birch trees, small but very photogenic
Low-traffic island with wide beaches and salt marshes
Tallest and widest dunes in the Netherlands
Expansive heathland with the large pool Beuven
Island with reed marshes and Highland cattle
Wilderness of mudflats and channels, accessible by guided tour only
Largest dune area on the Belgian coast
Photo locations Netherlands & Belgium: how it works
This photo locations tool gives you access to 264 curated spots in the Netherlands and Belgium, each tagged by region, type, and the best time to shoot there. Use it when you want to explore a new area or when you have a specific mood in mind but no concrete location yet. The selection is put together by photographers, not generated from a generic database.
What each location entry includes
Every spot comes with a region label, a location type (landscape, architecture, urban, water and more), and a recommendation for the best shooting time. That last detail matters more than it might seem. Some locations only work with low sun, others are better in flat overcast light or after dark.
If you want to align your visit with golden or blue hour, pair this tool with the Golden Hour & Blue Hour calculator. You can plan a location and the right light window in the same session.
Using the tool for trip planning
The tool works well both for open-ended browsing and focused research. If you are heading to a region you have not shot in before, scroll through the local entries to get a sense of what is there. If you are working on a specific project, filter by type to find spots that fit.
One thing worth noting: curated lists reflect the knowledge of whoever built them. Conditions change, access changes, and some spots get busy. Use this as a starting point, then do a quick check before you drive three hours.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find photo locations in a specific region of the Netherlands or Belgium?
Filter by region inside the tool. Each location is tagged to a specific area, so you can pull up a list for one region without scrolling through everything else.
What types of locations are included in the database?
The selection covers landscapes, water, architecture, and urban environments. Each entry is tagged by type, so you can search for the kind of scene that fits your current project.
How current is the location data, and are spots verified?
The database holds 264 curated entries, but conditions at any location can change over time. Treat the list as a well-researched starting point and verify access or current state before a long trip.