Culinary castle route

The Veluwe is teeming with castles and estates where there is plenty to do. Each location is unique for a different reason. Go on a discovery tour within the old castle walls or take a walk through the beautiful gardens. With this cycling route through the Veluwe landscape you will pass three estates where you can enjoy delicious food and drinks in a special ambiance.

Get off your bike at the Staverden estate and enjoy a refreshing drink on the award-winning terrace of the brasserie. Or order a picnic basket in advance and look for a nice spot in the castle garden to feast on all the goodies. On a 17th-century authentic estate in Putten lies De Vanenburg castle. In the restaurant at the back of the castle, the staff will be happy to let you enjoy a delicious lunch or opt for a high tea if you prefer to dine a little longer. A little further north on the Veluwe, you cycle past De Essenburgh castle. Dive into the vaulted cellar here and sit down for a home-made dinner. The most delicious dishes made from fresh, and as much as possible organic, products will appear on your plate.

This cycle route is a good combination of being active but also enjoying culinary delights at special and unusual locations. If you want to make a weekend of it, you can also stay overnight at the Essenburgh castle and the Vanenburg castle.