National Landscape Laag Holland and Waterland
Cycling through a picturesque polder landscape with typical Old Dutch scenes, wetlands, and scenic views.
The Landscape
In the picturesque polder landscape of the National Landscape Laag Holland, one encounters archetypal Old Dutch scenes that seem to have frozen in time. Here, historic villages with colorful wooden houses lining quaint narrow streets transport you to bygone eras. This idyllic setting is enveloped by vast landscapes filled with endless greenery, iconic windmills, and plenty of water. Embark on a cycling journey through these characteristic villages, tracing the winding paths along old rivers and serene lakes bordered by swaying reeds. Along the dikes, relish the panoramic views that stretch across both land and water.
Estates and Heritage
Coastal and Tidal Zone
Swamps and Peatlands
Lakes and Ponds
Route map
You will bike in the vicinity of the towns of Marken, Volendam, Edam, Purmerend, and Landsmeer.
Start and finish at bike node 99 on the Haven in Volendam. However, this bike route is a circular tour, so it offers the possibility to start from any of the following bike nodes.
99 - 51 - 52 - 77 - 75 - 76 - 41 - 40 - 39 - 38 - 37 - 36 - 4 - 20 - 19 - 16 - 15 - 21 - 22 - 23 - 5 - 24 - 29 - 18 - 19 - 94 - 95 - 96 - 99