Round trip IJsselmeer

Look forward to the Arkemheen-Eemland National Park and the wide, flat landscape with its exceptional vegetation. Black-tailed godwits strut across the moor. You cycle along the banks of the Randmeren to Huizen, the twin village on the Eemmeer with traditional costumes and a fishing museum. Naarden is a beautiful town in the green Gooi region and one of the best preserved fortified towns in Europe. The city was one of the most important defenses of the New Dutch Water Line, which still amazes today.

Accommodation location: Bussum/Naarden or surrounding area

During your tour along the IJsselmeer you will touch the medieval moated castle "Muidenschloss". Continue to Amsterdam, enjoy the historical buildings, wonderful museums and cozy atmosphere. Take a canal cruise, stroll through Vondelpark, visit the floating flower market and shop in the old city centre. Amsterdam is truly unique! Due to the short stage, you have enough time to explore the beautiful city.

Overnight stay: Amsterdam

After a few kilometers you reach the typical old Dutch town of Monnickendam, a real water town. Enjoy a relaxing day of cycling along the IJsselmeer to Volendam, Katwoude or Hoorn. You will take breaks in traditional fishing villages, whose past as thriving trading towns cannot be overlooked. Volendam is famous for its traditional costumes and is considered the home of a particularly tasty smoked eel.

Accommodation location: Volendam/Katwoude/surroundings

In Edam, you'll quickly discover that there's more to it than world-renowned cheese. Hoorn is a small shopping paradise with numerous terrace cafés and restaurants to enjoy and relax. The picturesque town of Enkhuizen attracts thousands of tourists every year. Some love it for its numerous historic buildings and monuments, others for its harbor and excellent water sports opportunities. Take a city walk to visit the Zuiderzeemuseum with its replica of the old Zuiderzee town.

Overnight stay: Enkhuizen

On a ferry (not included) you cross the waves of the IJsselmeer and disembark in Stavoren. Discover the nostalgic charm of the oldest of the eleven Frisian cities in the Netherlands. The cozy center of Lemmer with its many terraces right on the water, the cafés and the many sights, such as the old lock, bubbles with a zest for life

Accommodation location: Lemmer

You will drive through the “De Weerribben” National Park. The De Wieden natural landscape borders on the Weerribben, together they form the largest continuous fen in Western Europe. Zwartsluis (Black Lock) took over the role of transit port for peat in the 18th century. Kampen has a centuries-long tradition in the areas of trade and shipping, and this is still clearly visible today. In this Hanseatic city you will find over 500 monuments, including the Sint Nicolaaskerk, the Gotische Huis, the city gates and a replica of the medieval merchant ship “De Kamper Hanze Kogge”.

Overnight stay in Kampen

You'll reach Elburg along the causeway. The original botte, traditional sailing vessels, were once used for fishing. Continuing your journey along the Veluwemeer, you'll arrive back at your starting point, Harderwijk. From there, you'll either make your own way home or begin your extended stay. No further overnight stay in Harderwijk.

Accommodation location: Harderwijk

Harderwijk (departure without overnight stay)