Cycling routes in your favorite landscape

Which landscapes can you discover here?

In the Netherlands you can cycle through an exceptional variety of landscapes, from open polders and peat meadows to wooded hills, heathlands and water rich delta areas. On this page you will discover which types of landscapes you can explore with Fietsroutes in beeld, both outdoors on your bike and at home on your exercise bike. On every cycling route page it is clearly explained which Dutch landscapes the route takes you through.

With our free YouTube videos you can cycle virtually along real cycling routes in the Netherlands. This way you bring nature, tranquillity and Dutch landscapes into your living room. It is ideal if you want to train on your exercise bike or spinning bike and still want to feel as if you are really cycling through the Netherlands.

Choose your favourite landscape, discover matching routes and get on your bike or exercise bike.  CYCLE IN YOUR FAVOURITE LANDSCAPE

Forests and Heaths

Cycle through a varied landscape of shady forests, open heathlands and living sand drifts. Follow quiet cycle paths along ponds, sandy tracks and gentle slopes, with a new view every few kilometres. Ideal if you love nature, peace and a mix of sheltered sections and wide open panoramas.

Estates and Heritage

On country estates and in heritage landscapes you combine nature with cultural history. You cycle along driveways, old tree lined avenues, castles, manor houses and historic farms. These routes are ideal if you want to experience the history of the Netherlands while you are out cycling.

Coastal and Tidal Areas

Along the coast you cycle through dune areas, past beaches and over dykes with views of the sea or tidal inlets. The routes take you through varied dune landscapes, coastal villages and extensive sand and saltmarsh areas. Perfect if you enjoy wind, wide open space and an immediate holiday feeling.

Polders and Farmlands

In the polder landscape you cycle between straight ditches, dykes and wide meadows with cows and meadow birds. The neat grid of fields, farmhouses and wide open skies creates a typically Dutch scenery. These routes are ideal if you want to keep a steady pace and fully enjoy the views.

Marshes and Peatlands

In marsh and peatland areas you follow cycle paths along reed beds, natural ponds, peat bog lakes, hedgerows and wet grasslands. You ride through a quiet, water rich landscape where many birds and other animals live. Perfect if you enjoy peaceful, water rich nature and a touch of wilderness.

Lakes and Wetlands

Around lakes and wetlands in the Netherlands you often cycle along dikes and quays with continuous views of the water. The routes combine marinas, small beaches, reed fringed shores and open polder landscapes. Ideal if you enjoy cycling along the water and like variety between land and lake.

Rivers and Streams

Along rivers and streams you follow dike cycle paths and winding roads through green floodplains and stream valleys. You see ships, bridges, small ferries and historic villages along the water. These routes are highly recommended if you enjoy wide views, flowing water and lively river landscapes.

Hills and Valleys

In the gently hilly regions and valleys of the Netherlands you cycle along winding roads with short climbs and beautiful views. You ride past fields, orchards, woodland edges and small stream valleys. It is perfect if you are looking for a bit more challenge and want to experience a landscape that almost no longer feels typically Dutch.

On this interactive map you can quickly and easily find all our cycling routes in every landscape of the Netherlands. View everything on a single map or neatly filtered by landscape so you can switch between routes without leaving the map.