The Nijeveense Grift is a historic, man-made waterway located in the province of Drenthe, running directly through the village of Nijeveen. It holds the distinction of being the oldest dug waterway in Drenthe, historically used for transporting peat by boat. For paddlers, this suggests a relatively calm, linear route with a strong historical character. The waterway features a sluice, known as the Sluisje Nijeveense Grift, which is a notable point of interest and likely a key access or portage location. Specific paddling access points, boat ramps, and facilities are indicated as available. The route passes through a village setting, which typically offers amenities, but paddlers should be prepared for potential encounters with the sluice and other boat traffic associated with its historical use. The overall paddling experience is defined by its cultural heritage as a former peat transport route, offering a flatwater journey through the Drenthe landscape.