CYCLING ROUTE · GELDERLAND

Cycling Route Northeast Veluwe and IJssel Valley

Cycle through a varied landscape of stately estates, expansive forests, heathland and drifting sand dunes. Along the IJssel, floodplains and quiet oxbow lakes create wide panoramic views and a classic Dutch river setting.

Cycling route through Northeast Veluwe and IJssel Valley

The Landscape

The Northeast Veluwe is a quieter part of the Veluwe, where extensive natural areas, quiet forest paths, open heathland and sandy stretches create a strong sense of space. Around Epe, the landscape is dominated by forests and heath, while the Oldebroekerheide adds an expansive open character shaped in part by its long history as a military training ground.

Towards the IJssel Valley, the landscape gradually becomes more open and varied. Historic farmsteads and estates appear among grasslands and waterways, while floodplains and quiet oxbow lakes mark the approach to the river. Sprengen, small streams and the gentle relief of the Veluwe create a constantly changing landscape between forest, heath and river valley.

What You'll Discover Along the Way

Forests and Heaths

Quiet woodland edges, extensive forests and open heathlands around Epe create a spacious Veluwe landscape, with sandy paths and constantly changing views between pines and oaks.

Estates and Heritage

Estates and historic farmsteads between Epe and Heerde add character through old avenues, farmhouses and monumental buildings set within the surrounding landscape.

Rivers and Streams

Towards the IJssel Valley, floodplains, oxbow lakes, sprengen and small streams bring water and movement to the landscape, creating greener and more open surroundings.

Hills and Valleys

Gentle elevation changes on the Veluwe create a varied ride, with higher viewpoints looking across the transition from forest and heathland to the flat IJssel Valley.

Virtual Cycling Through Northeast Veluwe and IJssel Valley

Experience the quiet Veluwe around Epe, with extensive forests, open heathland and stretches of drifting sand. Towards the IJssel Valley, the landscape becomes more open, with floodplains, oxbow lakes, green waterways, estates and historic farmsteads creating a varied virtual cycling experience.

Virtual cycling through the Northeast Veluwe and IJssel Valley

Experience the route from home with virtual cycling.

Route Map and Cycling Junctions

Start and finish near cycling junction 30 on the Ossenbergweg in Epe. Because this is a circular route, you can also start at one of the other cycling junctions along the route.

30 → 88 → 83 → 27 → 22 → 56 → 96 → 47 → 30 → 28 → 6 → 5 → 55 → 52 → 54 → 56 → 1 → 39 → 60 → 58 → 59 → 36 → 71 → 33 → 19 → 72 → 85 → 84 → 65 → 89 → 30

Route Details

Distance 53 km

Riding time 3 h 34 min

Elevation gain 174 m

Paved 98%

Unpaved / semi-paved 2%

Ideal for E-bikes & city bikes

Along the way: several options for a coffee break or lunch.

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