Are you planning to go to Friesland soon and are you looking for a fun activity to do? Then consider taking a bike ride! This is not only sporty, you can also enjoy beautiful views. It is not for nothing that Friesland is known for its breathtaking nature and all the space and tranquility for cycling. But now you’re probably wondering which route to cycle, we’re happy to help you with this! In this article, we describe the 6 best cycling routes in Friesland.
Frisian Woods
The Friese Wouden is the area in the southeastern part of Friesland. This route takes you past various villages and junctions. This route is about 48 kilometers long. So keep pedaling! This cycle route starts in Dokkum, the second oldest city in Friesland. From here you cycle through nee Ee, followed by Westergeest. On this part you will find beautiful churches, murals and windmills. Then you will pass Rinsumageest and Dantumadeel. Here you will pass old villages, churches and even a monastery. With this route you will experience a piece of history and culture!
Hosts Route
At the Gastherenroute you cycle past beautiful water sports villages of Eernewoude and Grou. You will also pass the Alde Faenen National Park. Here you can also enjoy the beautiful wide meadows and beautiful nature. This route is also very popular among paddlers. At Alde Feanen Verhuur you will also pass nice souvenir shops and the popular hotel restaurant Princenhof. Here you can sit along the water and watch all the boats pass by. This route is about 47 kilometers. Tip: make sure you have a ransom with you. You will pass a ferry along the way, where each crossing costs €1 or €1.50 per person.
Ameland route
Do you want to cycle along the beach and through the overgrown dunes? Then the Ameland route is highly recommended! Ameland is the fourth Wadden Island and belongs to the province of Friesland. If you are in Friesland you can take the boat to Ameland for a day. On the northern edge of Ameland you will find a beautiful wide beach with beautiful nature. Between the dunes are cozy villages with yellow stone houses. Here you can take a break while enjoying a cup of coffee or tea. This route is about 42 kilometers with a duration of 3 hours.
Lauwerslandronde
With this route you cycle around the Lauwersmeer National Park, as it were. This cycle route goes through the border area of Friesland and Groningen. In between, you will pass a fishing port and the departure point to Schiermonnikoog. For nature and bird lovers, this route is perfect! In the meadows and forests you will encounter plenty of animals, including many birds. The route is 45 kilometers. This will take you about 3 hours. In the forest you sometimes have to cycle on narrow and unpaved paths. So keep this in mind! Here it is useful to cycle a little slower and ride one after the other.
Gaasterlânpaad
This is a relatively unknown, but surprising cycling route through Friesland! This beautiful landscape is located above the peat meadow area. This route is about 43 kilometers and takes about 3 hours. During the route you will pass the water, cliffs, boulders, but also beautiful forests and historic villages. You will undoubtedly be amazed here! In the meantime, the Rijsterbos that you pass has also become a popular hiking area and nature reserve. This area is also the habitat of the badger, long-eared owl and roe deer. So in between you can stop to spot animals!
Ooststellingwerfroute
Do you like cycling through a beautiful nature reserve, without the hustle and bustle of villages and towns? Then the Ooststellingwerfroute is for you! This landscape is actually also part of Drenthe and is characterized by the beautiful meadows and forests. This route is 37 kilometers. Please note: during the route you will sometimes pass narrow forest paths with a shell path. So adjust your speed accordingly and take into account oncoming traffic. During this route you will also enjoy beautiful churches, lift bridges, windmills, canals and of course unique animal species.
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Are you planning to go to Friesland for a long weekend to enjoy the surroundings or perhaps a whole week? Then of course you need a nice accommodation where you can relax and sleep after cycling. You’ve come to the right place for this! We have a wide range of group accommodations in Friesland in several towns and villages. And accommodations in both inland and waterfront areas. So you can choose a centrally located group accommodation , so that you can do several cycling routes. Our offer varies from holiday farms to luxury holiday villas. Here you can go for a holiday with your partner, family and even a large group of friends!
