CYCLING ROUTE · GELDERLAND

Cycling Route National Landscape Veluwe and Kroondomein Het Loo

Cycle through an impressive Veluwe landscape of forests, heathlands, drifting sands and stream valleys, interwoven with stately avenues, country estates and open farmland.

Cycling route through National Landscape Veluwe and Kroondomein Het Loo

The Landscape

The Veluwe is one of the largest and most varied natural landscapes in the Netherlands, shaped by extensive forests, open heathlands, drifting sands and gently rolling sandy terrain. Around Uddel, the route enters the northern part of the Veluwe, where quiet forest roads and open heathlands create a spacious and peaceful cycling landscape.
The route also passes through the wooded landscape of Kroondomein Het Loo, where extensive forests, historic avenues and secluded paths reflect centuries of royal land management. The combination of natural landscapes, cultural heritage and subtle elevation changes makes this area particularly attractive for cycling.

What You'll Discover Along the Way

Forests and heathlands on the Veluwe

Forests and Heaths

Extensive forests and open heathlands form the characteristic scenery of the northern Veluwe. Scots pines, deciduous woodland and wide heathlands create a constantly changing landscape.

Kroondomein Het Loo and historic heritage

Estates and Heritage

Kroondomein Het Loo combines extensive woodland with historic avenues and royal heritage. The landscape reflects centuries of careful management and the close relationship between nature and cultural history.

Farmlands and meadows around the Veluwe

Farmlands and Meadows

Around the higher sandy grounds, small-scale farmland, meadows and historic farmsteads form a contrasting landscape. Open agricultural areas provide views beyond the surrounding forests.

Rolling sandy terrain and valleys on the Veluwe

Hills and Valleys

The sandy terrain of the Veluwe creates gentle elevation changes between higher wooded areas, heathlands and lower landscape sections. These subtle gradients give the route a varied character without demanding steep climbs.

Virtual Cycling Through the Veluwe National Landscape and Kroondomein Het Loo

Experience the Veluwe National Landscape and Kroondomein Het Loo from home, cycling through extensive forests, open heathlands, inland dunes, stream valleys and natural springs. Historic avenues, nature reserves and the royal Kroondomein create a varied landscape where nature and cultural heritage come together.

Virtual cycling through the Veluwe National Landscape and Kroondomein Het Loo

Experience the route from home with virtual cycling.

Route Map and Cycling Junctions

Start and finish near cycling junction 38 on the Pomphulweg in Hoog Soeren. Because this is a circular route, you can also start at one of the other cycling junctions along the route.
38 10 9 8 39 78 4 21 1 86 67 83 11 96 79 5 48 56 97 82 47 60 62 38

Route Details

Distance 51 km
Riding time 3 h 24 min
Elevation gain 189 m
Paved 69%
Unpaved / semi-paved 31%
Ideal for E-bikes & city bikes

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

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