It has been four centuries since this polder was drained using polder windmills. Cycle past interesting places, read the stories, and the Purmer comes to life.
Two cycle routes have been marked out, through the north and the south of the polder. The starting and ending point of both routes is the intersection of Purmerenderweg and Westerweg in Purmerend, so you can also combine both routes. This cycle route takes you along the southern part of the Purmer.
The Regional Products Route through De Beemster invites you on a tasty cycling discovery tour through the UNESCO World Heritage Site of De Beemster. You will cycle through the characteristic reclaimed land landscape and past various farm shops and stalls, where you can sample delicious local products. From fresh dairy and artisanal cheeses to juicy fruit and pure honey – this route is a feast for your senses!
Cycle past swaying reeds, the ring canal surrounding the De Purmer polder, and through charming towns that once lay on the Zuiderzee. The Gouwzee Route is a varied tour that takes you through the vast polder landscape and along the shimmering waters of the Gouwzee.
Start in Purmerend and cycle 29 km through De Beemster, past farm shops, cheesemakers, fruit orchards, and honey. Discover the tastiest regional products of North Holland!
Start in Purmerend and cycle 52.5 km past seven forts of the Amsterdam Defence Line in the green Beemster landscape. Discover UNESCO heritage sites, polders, and historic villages.
Cycle 27 km through the largest peat meadow area in Western Europe. Spot black-tailed godwits, lapwings, and redshanks. Start and end at Tramplein bus station in Purmerend.
It has been four centuries since this polder was drained using windmills. Cycle past interesting spots, read the stories, and the Purmer comes to life. Two cycling routes have been mapped out, through the north and the south of the polder.