Waterlandschap - 4 days

Holland by bike, loop circuit around Utrecht

This cycling trip will take you into the green heart of the Netherlands, a typical Dutch nature area. In this region of Holland, nature is protected. You will enjoy the tranquility of the charming Dutch countryside admiring cows, villages and visiting traditional mills and farms. Your cycle route begins and ends in the city of Utrecht, renowned as one of the most bicycle-friendly cities.

Points of interest :

• Typical and traditional villages
• Dutch Culture
• Kromme Mijdrecht river
• Nieuwkoopse Plassen Nature Reserve

Day 1 : Utrecht - 16 km

Start your stay with a visit to the pretty city center of Utrecht on a short but attractive bike tour! It is a charming city, crossed by many canals, which is sure to remind us of Amsterdam, but without the influx of tourists! Enjoy the historic center by going along the canals.

Day 2 : Utrecht to Weesp/Muiderberg - 42 km

After your first night in Utrecht, you will follow the banks of the Vecht through the pretty villages of Maarssen, Breukelen, Loenen, Vreeland en Nigtevecht! These traditional villages perfectly reflect Dutch culture. In the picturesque village of Oud-Zuilen, you can visit a castle that dates from the Middle Ages! Your hotel is located in the heart of the historic town of Weesp.

Day 3: Muiderberg/Weesp to Nieuwkoop - 48/55 ou 52/59 km

Walk along the Little Gein River through the rural area of ​​southern Amsterdam. You can admire windmills to the colorful village of Abcoude! Continue your cycling adventure in Holland along the river Kromme Mijdrecht, to the ponds of Nieuwkoopse Plassen, a natural and authentic area to discover. Return to your hotel along the De Meije river.

Day 4 : Nieuwkoop to Utrecht - 48 ou 53 km

For this last day, the bike tour will take you to the walled town of Woerden. Woerden is a charming destination that will appeal to many. There are several sites worth seeing, such as the Saint-Pierre church! You will then proceed to the romantic De Haar Castle near Haarzuilens. End your stay by discovering the beautiful region north of Utrecht.

General informations :

• 4 days and 3 nights
• Standard version accommodation comfort level: 2 and 3 * (local standards)
• Child rates: contact us

The dates :

Departures every Saturday from 01/03 to 31/10/2023
Other dates on request with additional costs.

Included :

• Self-guided loop circuit
• 3 nights in B&B or hotel in Weesp
• Route description with maps

Not included :

• Transport to the place of departure
• Personal expenses
• Visits other than those included in the program
• Tourist tax to be paid on site.

The options :

• Half pension
• Additional nights
• Insurance

Levels :

1 2 3 4 5 6
 
Ground :

Flat terrain. Cycle tracks all along the circuit.
 
Weather :

Sunny, a little windy, pleasant temperatures from April to September.
 
Technicality :

Cycling: 15 to 59 km per day or 1 to 5 hours of cycling.
Circuit with national signs of the Netherlands, map reading desired.
 
Bibliography:

- Utrecht by bike map
 
 
Food :

- Breakfasts: generous (coffee, tea, chocolate, milk, butter, bread, jam, orange juice)
- Lunch: not included
- Dinner: at the hotel or restaurant nearby
 
The bike :

- Rental bike: mountain bike or hybrid bike with 21 speeds. If you rent a bicycle, it will be given to you upon arrival. A security deposit will be requested.
At the end of the tour, you will need to leave this bike at the hotel and notify reception.
 
- Personal bike: We do not recommend bikes with small tires. Hybrid bikes and mountain bikes are excellent. Remember to check your bicycle before setting off.
At the end of the circuit, you will have to take care of your bike.
 
Assistance :

Assistance in the event of breakdown (except punctures for which we do not intervene).
 
Luggage :

They are transported by a courier or by our correspondent and limited to one piece of luggage per person (max. 20 kg).
 
Roadbook :

We will provide you with detailed maps and a description of the routes, sent to your home before departure. We will also give you vouchers for hotels and restaurants as well as luggage tags.
 
Transport :

- By train: SNCF station in Paris Nord on the TGV Thalys line.
- By car: Utrecht is 40 km from Amsterdam and Amsterdam is 500 km north of Paris.
- By plane: International airport in Amsterdam.
 
Parking :

Possibility of parking for 18 €.
 
Cancellation insurance :

In order to guarantee the reimbursement of costs in the event of cancellation of your stay, you can take out cancellation insurance. To learn more about insurance, click here.