Discover the Green Heart on this special bicycle tour along historic villages and quiet waterways through Alphen aan den Rijn, Zwammerdam and Aarlanderveen.
This bike route takes you along the banks of the Old Rhine, a historic river that has shaped the landscape of South Holland for centuries. Enjoy views of vast polders, characteristic windmills and the lush wetlands that characterize this region. In Alphen aan den Rijn cross modern cityscapes with green parks. In Zwammerdam you can experience the tranquility of a typical Dutch village, with its historic houses and beautiful location on the banks of the Oude Rijn River. Further to Aarlanderveen, you will discover the unique four-course windmill, a row of four mills that together drain a polder, a wonderful example of Dutch water management. This route offers a perfect mix of culture, nature and history, ideal for a relaxing day on the bike.