Tour
You should plan your journey so that you still have time or book an extra night. Bruges, the Venice of the North, delights visitors with its old town and canals. In 2000, the city center of Bruges was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Your cycle tour begins in Bruges, from where you set off through the picturesque landscape of West Flanders. In Knokke-Heist you reach the coast, which accompanies you for part of your route. The wide sandy beaches invite you to take a refreshing dip in the sea. In the evening, take the ferry to Zeeland. You spend the night in Vlissingen, a charming harbor town. A leisurely stroll along the sea promenade offers you a wonderful view of the sunset.
Today you will explore the province of Zeeland, which will delight you with its diverse nature and long, fascinating history. Along the way, you will be accompanied by beautiful beaches with crystal-clear water. Culinary delights such as fresh seafood, mussels and crabs will tantalize your taste buds. For those interested in art and culture, numerous museums offer exciting insights. In Zierikzee, you can discover more than 500 historical monuments, while shopping enthusiasts will enjoy the many charming boutiques.
At the start of today's stage, you will once again cross the beautiful province of Zeeland before continuing on to North Brabant. There are plenty of opportunities for refreshing swim stops today too - the beach, sun and delicious food are never far away. At the end of the day, you will reach Willemstad, your next overnight stop. The historic fortress town, whose origins date back to 1585, has retained its original charm to this day.
Today we head to De Biesbosch National Park, a fascinating labyrinth of small rivers and streams that stretches over 8,000 hectares. In this water-rich landscape, you can observe numerous bird species and beavers in their natural environment. The untouched tranquillity of nature is an invitation to deep relaxation. In contrast, lively Dordrecht, the oldest city in the Netherlands, awaits you with over 1,000 historical monuments to discover. The charming streets of the old town are always full of life and offer a special experience.
Today you will explore the impressive windmills of Kinderdijk, which, with their 19 imposing structures, are among the most photographed sights in the Netherlands. Three museum mills will give you fascinating insights into their history and creation. Surrounded by historic drawbridges and idyllic canals, you will also be fascinated by the water-rich landscape. Your destination for the day, the city of Gouda, is not only famous for its delicious cheese, but also for its syrup waffles, which you should definitely try. There are also many impressive historical buildings to discover in the old town.
On your last day of cycling, the green heart of the Netherlands awaits you, a vast natural landscape alternating with charming towns and idyllic villages. Here you will encounter everything that makes Holland so characteristic: cheese, windmills, grazing cows, historic estates and traditional farms where old crafts are still alive. The destination of your cycle tour is Amsterdam. The metropolis that you cannot possibly discover in its entirety in one evening.
Your cycle tour from Bruges to Amsterdam ends after breakfast. There is a lot to discover in the capital of the Netherlands, perhaps you would like to extend your stay in Amsterdam.
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Prices / Dates
Services / Info
- Accomodation with breakfast in 3- and 4-star hotels
- Room with shower/bath/WC
- Luggage transfer (1 piece of luggage with maximum 23 kg)
- Map of bike trails with marked route
- Digital route guidance via smartphone app
- Tips for tour preparation
- Touristic information
- 7 days hotline service
Below you will find specific information about the cycle tour from Bruges to Amsterdam. If you have any further questions about this trip, just give us a call: Tel: 06421 - 886890.
Arrival by plane
Next airport: Ostend-Bruges.
Parking facilities in Bruges
A parking space in the hotel garage costs approx. € 25,- per day. Reservation required in advance, payable on site. A public garage costs approx. € 7,- to € 16,- per day, depending on location. No reservation possible or required. You will receive detailed information on parking facilities with your travel documents approx. two weeks before arrival.
Condition of the cycle paths
You cycle on quiet, predominantly flat and asphalted cycle paths and side roads with little traffic. When entering and leaving the respective towns, you should expect an increased volume of traffic. The junction system in Belgium and the Netherlands makes navigation easier.
Available rental bikes
You can choose from 21-speed unisex bikes with derailleur gears and freewheel and 8-speed electric bikes (unisex). All unisex bikes have a low step-through and are available in various frame sizes. Simply state your bike preference when booking.
Return transfer from Amsterdam to Bruges
Bookable every Sunday with departure approx. 1.00 - 2.00 pm. Pick-up directly at the hotel, duration approx. 3.5 hours. Reservation required, payment in advance.
Alternatively, excellent train connections are available (without changing trains, several times a day).
Extra costs not included in the tour price
Any tourist tax and charging fees for bicycle batteries are not included in the tour price and must therefore be paid at the hotel.
7-day hotline service
If your bike chain breaks, floods make it impossible to continue your journey or other nasty surprises await you: We are available for you 7 days a week and will organize help as quickly as possible.
Passport and visa requirements
For EU citizens, there are no special passport or visa requirements or health formalities to be observed for this trip.
Travel insurance
The statutory insolvency insurance is already included in the tour price. In addition, we recommend that you take out travel cancellation insurance after receiving your travel confirmation in order to protect yourself against financial disadvantages in the event of cancellation, interruption of travel, illness or death.
Below you will find specific information about the Amsterdam radial tour. If you have further questions about this trip, you simply call us: Phone: 06421 – 886890.
Arrival by plane
The nearest airport is Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), from here you can reach Amsterdam with a short train ride to Amsterdam Sloterdijk, this train leaves 6 times per hour, the travel time is about 10 minutes. Continue by bus or cab to your hotel. Timetables and tickets can be found at www.ns.nl/en. Information about the bus, how to reach the hotel, you can find at: www.9292.nl/en.
Arrival by train
Amsterdam is easy to reach by train from all major cities in Germany. The best way to reach our partner hotels in Amsterdam from the train station is a short cab ride. Current timetable information and price information can be found conveniently at www.bahn.de.
Parking at the hotel in Amsterdam
The hotel has limited parking facilities, cost approx. 25 € per day. Reservation required in advance, payable on site.
Detailed information about parking facilities will be sent to you with the detailed travel documents two weeks before departure.
Condition of the cycle paths
You cycle on quiet, flat and asphalted cycle paths and side roads and almost no climbs. The route is well signposted. This tour is easy to ride and is also suitable for families with children.
Available rental bikes
You can choose from 21-speed unisex bikes with derailleur gears and freewheel and 8-speed electric bikes (unisex). All unisex bikes have a low step-through and are available in different frame sizes. You simply specify your bike preference when booking.
Extra costs that are not included in the tour price
A possible tourism tax is not part of the tour price and therefore payable at the hotel on site.
7 days hotline service
If the bicycle chain is broken, floods make it impossible to continue your trip or other nasty surprises are waiting for you: We are available for you 7 days a week and organize help as quickly as possible.
Passport and visa requirements
For EU citizens, there are no special passport or visa requirements and no health formalities to be considered for this trip.
Travel insurance
The tour price already includes the statutory insolvency insurance. In addition, we recommend that you take out travel cancellation insurance upon receipt of your travel confirmation in order to protect yourself against financial disadvantages in the event of travel cancellation, interruption of travel, illness or accident.
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