Hook of Holland, Loosduinen and Naaldwijk

During this cycle route you will explore the beaches from Hoek van Holland to the Loosduinen district in The Hague. It is the ultimate opportunity to get a breath of fresh air and immerse yourself in the pleasant seaside resorts of South Holland, while seeing a large part of the province. Hoek van Holland is particularly known for its beautiful waters, nature and dune areas, not to mention the beaches. The area originated as a sandbank in the mouth of the Meuse, which became increasingly silted up after the Sint-Elisabeth flood of 1421. The development of the city as a seaside resort started after the First World War and you can now enjoy many beautiful, varied nature reserves along the coast. The Orange Canal, De Zeven Meren, the Staelduinse Bos, the Kapittelduinen and the beaches are just a few of the many recreational opportunities that Hoek van Holland offers. But the interior is also nice to cycle through. You cycle from one bustling place to another and find your way as you cycle from village to village. The picturesque cores, the hospitable people and the pleasant bustle guarantee a great bike ride, where you will not be bored for a second. You can also soak up some cultural history and visit the Fort aan den Hoek van Holland. This former armored fort was built in 1881 and since 1987 the Dutch Coastal Defense Museum has been housed in the fort. The fortress had to protect the Nieuwe Waterweg against an enemy fleet and could also defend the beach in the event of an invasion. The defense was equipped with six guns, which were mounted in one of the three rotatable armored turrets. Although the Netherlands remained neutral during the First World War, the fort was prepared for combat. During the Second World War, there was actually fighting around the fort, and after the Dutch capitulation, the Germans used the fortress. The turrets, artillery and all other metal was taken from the fort at that time and was melted down in the German industry. After the war, the Royal Navy used the fort as a storage facility. Your bicycle is in good hands at Profile Kees van den Burg, located at the start and end point of the cycle tour in Hoek van Holland. Bring your steel steed here before you start the route or when you return for a service. Small repairs are carried out quickly and professionally and the maintenance service ensures that you are 100% safe on the road. With your bicycle discount pass you will receive a nice discount of 10 euros on the work performed.