Virtual Cycling Through the Netherlands

Ride your exercise bike through forests, across vast heathlands, along rivers and through historic towns. Discover the varied landscapes and special places of the Netherlands from the comfort of your own home.

Virtual cycling through the Dutch countryside

CHOOSE YOUR PROVINCE

Discover virtual cycling routes

Choose a province and discover virtual cycling routes through the diverse landscapes of the Netherlands.

Virtual cycling through the Groningen countryside Virtual cycling routes

Groningen

8 virtual routes

Open skies, dikes and historic villages built on artificial dwelling mounds.

Virtual cycling through the Frisian lake district Virtual cycling routes

Friesland

10 virtual routes

Lakes, waterways and wide-open landscapes.

Virtual cycling through the Drenthe countryside Virtual cycling routes

Drenthe

13 virtual routes

Heathlands, forests, villages and landscapes shaped by centuries of history.

Virtual cycling through the Overijssel countryside Virtual cycling routes

Overijssel

21 virtual routes

River landscapes, country estates, forests and peaceful countryside.

Virtual cycling through the Flevoland polder landscape Virtual cycling routes

Flevoland

6 virtual routes

Open polders, lakes and newly created landscapes.

Virtual cycling through the Gelderland countryside Virtual cycling routes

Gelderland

23 virtual routes

Forests, heathlands, rivers and historic country estates.

Virtual cycling through the North Holland countryside Virtual cycling routes

North Holland

10 virtual routes

Dunes, polders, waterways and coastal landscapes.

Virtual cycling through the South Holland countryside Virtual cycling routes

South Holland

6 virtual routes

Polders, waterways, historic towns and river landscapes.

Virtual cycling through the North Brabant countryside Virtual cycling routes

North Brabant

12 virtual routes

Forests, heathlands, villages and rural landscapes.

Virtual cycling through the Utrecht countryside Virtual cycling routes

Utrecht

6 virtual routes

River landscapes, forests, country estates and historic towns.

Virtual cycling through the Zeeland coastal landscape Virtual cycling routes

Zeeland

6 virtual routes

Coastal landscapes, dikes, islands and waterways.

Virtual cycling through the rolling hills of Limburg Virtual cycling routes

Limburg

8 virtual routes

Rolling hills, river valleys and historic villages.

Cycling through the Dutch landscape and discovering its history

CYCLING STORIES

Go beyond the route

Discover the history, heritage and stories behind the landscapes you ride through.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Questions About Virtual Cycling

Everything you need to know before setting off on your first virtual cycling ride.

What is virtual cycling?
Virtual cycling lets you experience cycling routes through video while riding an indoor exercise bike at home.
How does it work?
Choose a route, start the video and cycle along on your exercise bike as the Dutch countryside unfolds on your screen.
Is it free?
All virtual cycling videos on Fietsroutes in Beeld are free to watch online.
What equipment do I need?
All you need is an exercise bike or another type of indoor bike and a screen on which to watch the video.
Do I need to maintain the same pace as the video?
No. You set your own pace and can adjust the effort to suit your fitness level and personal preferences.
Can I watch the videos without cycling?
Absolutely. You can also simply watch the videos and explore the Dutch countryside from the comfort of your home.
Can I watch the virtual cycling videos on my TV?

Yes, there are several ways to do this. Open the route page on your phone, tablet or laptop and start the cycling video you want to watch. You can then watch it on your TV in one of the following ways:

  • Smart TV: open YouTube on your TV and search for the title of the cycling video.
  • Phone or tablet: use the Cast icon in YouTube to stream the video to a compatible TV or Chromecast.
  • Laptop: connect your laptop to your TV using an HDMI cable and play the video.

Position your exercise bike at a comfortable distance from the screen and enjoy the Dutch scenery as you cycle.

Are the virtual cycling videos suitable for beginners?
Yes. You can set your own pace and resistance. Start slowly and gradually build up your cycling sessions in a way that suits you.