Discover the Heart of North Holland on foot or by bike
The Heart of North Holland comprises the municipalities of Alkmaar, Bergen, Castricum, Dijk en Waard, Heiloo and Uitgeest. Together, they form a diverse region where the coast, polders, historic towns and charming villages come together.
From the beaches and dunes of Egmond, Bergen and Schoorl to the water-rich polders around Uitgeest, Dijk en Waard and De Rijp: every route reveals a different side of the region. Walk or cycle past vast meadows, winding dykes, historic village centres and charming towns such as Alkmaar. Along the way, nature and culture alternate effortlessly.