In full discussion about developments in watersports at HISWA te Water

Last week, HISWA te Water was organized once again in Lelystad. Naturally, you could shop there for a beautiful new vessel. In addition, it is a meeting point for the watersports sector where various developments are discussed. For example, the rise...

The recreation sector is also starting to feel the effects of low water levels.

Low water levels in rivers and other bodies of water are also having increasing consequences for the recreational sector. Various marinas are noticing that they are becoming inaccessible to deeper-draft vessels; the Twente Canal is closed to shipping and, due to reduced flow, the quality is deteriorating...

162 swimming locations have a warning, negative advice, or a swimming ban.

July 30, 2026
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On July 29, 2026, a warning, negative swimming advisory, or swimming ban was in effect at 162 Dutch swimming locations. That is over 17% of the 945 locations on the current map of Zwemwater.nl. Warm weather and drought can degrade water quality, but also cause...

Hiswa te Water makes sustainable boating more comparable

July 16, 2026
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In 2026, Hiswa te Water is expanding De Groene Route from a recognition label into a knowledge and comparison platform. With a central engine show, guided tours, and an interactive map, watersports entrepreneurs and consumers can assess more sustainable technologies in a more targeted manner.

Watersportplas Area X continues to develop as an active hotspot and event location.

June 30, 2026
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Area X in Roermond is developing into a unique leisure location centered on water sports and a unique venue for (larger) events. The arrival of a new hospitality boulevard, featuring distinctive pavilions, plays a key role in this. Initiator Perry Houkes is also counting on the...

Fewer 'Blue Flags' awarded this year, mainly due to poorer swimming water quality.

In 2026, 195 locations will be allowed to fly the Blue Flag, a sustainability label. This concerns 143 marinas, 46 coastal beaches, and 6 inland recreational beaches. That is six fewer than last year. With this, also...

Nijmegen is getting an indoor wave park as part of area development.

In the new DUUX city district in Nijmegen, a unique recreational project is being realized: De Water Hal. This is an indoor water experience hall where you will soon be able to surf and wakeboard. The technology behind the artificial wave is being developed in-house by Revalue...

New indoor surfing attraction at Van der Valk Hotel in Belgian Luxembourg

Surf Luxembourg opened its doors in Arlon in February 2026, a stone's throw from Luxembourg and within reach of the entire Greater Region. A first in the Belgian-Luxembourg border region: an indoor surf center that is open 365 days a year....

BillyBird maintains operation of Drunen outdoor swimming pool; a short interview

10 December 2025
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BillyBird has won the European public tender for the operation of the Het Run outdoor swimming pool in Drunen. This means BillyBird, which has managed the pool since 2019, will remain responsible for its operation for the next three years. We asked BillyBird a few questions...

Water tourism gets a place in new EU strategy: a step forward for the sector

November 28 2025
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The European Union will explicitly include water-based tourism in the new EU strategy for sustainable tourism and the maritime industry. This is an important step for the water sports sector. HISWA-RECRON has been advocating for this for some time, as an active member of the European Boating Industry...

Double trade fair for sports and swimming pools in Cologne

October 22, 2025
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From October 28th to 31st, Koelnmesse will host two trade fairs: the FSB (Freiraum, Sport & Baden, or Public Space, Sports and Swimming Pools) and the Aquanale (Swimming Pools, Sauna & Wellness). These trade fairs complement each other perfectly and...

5 to 12 for the only Dutch indoor water sports fair

October 17, 2025
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In 2021, the largest Dutch water sports show, HISWA Rai, disappeared from the agenda. Will Boot Holland in Leeuwarden, currently the largest boat show in the Netherlands, follow suit? Boat shows are becoming increasingly international. Boot Düsseldorf, not far from...

In full discussion about developments in watersports at HISWA te Water

The recreation sector is also starting to feel the effects of low water levels.

162 swimming locations have a warning, negative advice, or a swimming ban.

Hiswa te Water makes sustainable boating more comparable

Watersportplas Area X continues to develop as an active hotspot and event location.

Fewer 'Blue Flags' awarded this year, mainly due to poorer swimming water quality.

Nijmegen is getting an indoor wave park as part of area development.

New indoor surfing attraction at Van der Valk Hotel in Belgian Luxembourg

BillyBird maintains operation of Drunen outdoor swimming pool; a short interview

Water tourism gets a place in new EU strategy: a step forward for the sector

Double trade fair for sports and swimming pools in Cologne

5 to 12 for the only Dutch indoor water sports fair

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