Historic and Natural Splendor in North Holland

Cycle past quaint villages, vast polders and wetlands.
Enjoy nature, culture and tranquility on this varied route.

This versatile bicycle route through North Holland offers a wonderful combination of nature, water and historic villages. The route follows the cycle junction network, allowing you to start at any point you wish. Along the way you cycle through vast polders, along canals and through special villages with a rich history.
The route takes you past Broek op Langedijk, known for its former auction and waterways, and through Sint Pancras and Alkmaar, where you can explore the historic city center. You pass wooded areas and open landscapes with characteristic cheese-cover farmhouses. Along the way you can enjoy a delicious fresh scoop ice cream at an ice cream parlor or farm store.

Click or tap a junction node to choose a different starting point. Click or tap the starting point to reverse the route.

Route overview

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This route passes through: Alkmaar

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