A versatile route in North Holland through dunes and along grasslands.
From the green fields of the golf course, the bicycle route starts into the nature of North Holland. You will pass recreation area De Zomerdel. A lake that was excavated for sand extraction. You cycle through typical North Holland villages towards Schoorl. You cross the North Holland Canal. This canal was dug by hand. In 1819 it was started and in 1824 the first large ship passed. Along fields and grasslands you will drive to the coast. In the dunes and along the fens you can enjoy the special nature. And maybe a rabbit will shoot by or you will see a deer walking. Northwards you will drive towards Petten through the dunes. The Hondsbossche Zeewering is a 5.5 km long dike near Petten. In the Middle Ages, a storm surge broke through the original dunes. Since that time, the Hondsbossche Zeewering has a long history of storm damage and dike repair. By taking measures such as sand nourishment, the aim is to strengthen the sea wall and ensure safety. From the coast you head inland. You will pass the last meadows before seeing the green fields of the golf course reappear.