Archives: Routes

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.

With this route you walk from the NS station into the peace of nature. Spot seals at the Noordvoort nature reserve from the sea strip and come face to face with foxes and deer in the Amsterdam Waterleidingduinen. A unique walk.

We have put together a beautiful bike tour through the entire Amstelland Green Area. Hop on your bike and enjoy!

The Rondje Heilooërbos (yellow) is a route for the whole family through the forest of the old Nijenburg estate. At the edge of the forest, you have a wide view over the surrounding meadows. Also...

Discover Wieringen: an intimate walking paradise of 21 km along Wadden dikes, historic duck decoys, and the NieuwlandWaard polder. Spot kingfishers and explore a unique landscape.

Mountain bike route 'Het Smaal' is a beautiful route through the Het Twiske recreational area. The route is suitable for children and beginners, but advanced riders can also have a great time here.

From Purmerend past two UNESCO World Heritage Sites: the Beemster Polder and the Amsterdam Defence Line — a 17.2 km cultural-historical walk full of panoramic views.

Walk 150 km along the historic West Frisian Ring Dyke (SP9) past Hoorn, Alkmaar, Medemblik, and Enkhuizen. Divided into 8 daily stages, marked yellow and red.

Step into your canoe and explore the fortified city of Naarden from the water. You will paddle along the moats, past Fort Ronduit, and afterwards it is also possible to explore the Zanderijvaart.

Zandvoort is originally a fishing village. Where the men got the fish from the sea, the women (mostly) walked to Haarlem with a heavy basket full of fish. Here they traded them in the fish halls. With the Stinkende Emmer route you follow in the footsteps of these fishmongers.

Discover De Hulk, the Dwaalpark, and the Markermeerdijk near Hoorn and the rustic village of Scharwoude — 4.7 km of enjoyment of water, nature, and VOC history.

The Duintoppentocht (red) takes you over the highest dune tops of the dunes in Schoorl.