Paddling near Doetinchem, Gelderland
Doetinchem sits in the Achterhoek region of Gelderland, where the Oude IJssel flows directly through the city. The river is the heart of local paddling — SUP rentals along the IJsselkade let paddlers explore the waterfront, nature areas, and historic bridges at a relaxed pace. The nearby lake at Stroombroek adds a calm, beginner-friendly flatwater option in the same region.
Top waters to paddle near Doetinchem
Oude IJssel
Gelderland
Geldersche IJssel
Gelderland, Overijssel
Waal
Gelderland, South Holland
Linge
Gelderland, North Brabant, South Holland, Utrecht
Oude Rijn
Gelderland
Overijssels Kanaal
Overijssel
Maas
Gelderland, Limburg, North Brabant
Valleikanaal
Gelderland, Utrecht
Het Zwarte Schaar
Gelderland
Regge
Overijssel
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