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  • Top 10 cycling routes in Netherlands

    With pancake-flat scenery stretching along dykes, canals, rivers and coasts, cycling is one of life's greatest joys in the Netherlands. Visiting cyclists can explore the bike-loving country on its 32,000km of cycling paths, despite the occasional headwind. Here are 10 top spots for two-wheeling adventures.

    Loop from Amsterdam to Waterland

    Just 20 minutes outside Amsterdam, step back centuries in time biking through Waterland's pastoral landscape of cows, dykes, canals and green fields.

    Bossche Broek

    Cross the bridge from Den Bosch into the open meadows of this lush 202-hectare nature reserve, with trails offering scenic views back to the city.

    Alkmaar

    Dyke rides between Alkmaar and Edam showcase how low the land sits compared to the canals traversing the earthen walls.

    Weerribben-Wieden National Park

    Cycle trails snake through the Netherlands' largest freshwater wetland, revealing 10,000 hectares of ancient peatlands, orchids and diverse wildlife.

    Vondelpark, Amsterdam

    Escape the city within the city in this once private, now public park with bike paths, pristine lawns, cafes and an electric atmosphere on sunny days.

    Kinderdijk Windmills

    Join other cyclists ogling the iconic windmills along the canal-side path in this World Heritage site. Visit miller museums and watch sails spinning majestically.

    Scheveningen

    Ride north or south from The Hague along invigorating beaches and dunes.

    Tulip Route from Leiden

    Time a spring ride through tulip fields bursting with color, stopping at the beach for a refreshing dip.

    Ooijpolder Sunset Route

    Cycle the bridge over the Waal River for breath-steaking sunset views of old town and boats below.

    Breda Border Loop

    Escape Breda's bustle biking through countryside, visiting a Belgian shrine-village and returning through Mastbos Forest.

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