Get a breath of fresh air along the Waal
Zaltbommel, Gelderland, The Netherlands
Cycling route: 139539
Provided by: route.nl
59.8 km
03:31 h
1054 kcal
10 m
Description
Are you an adventurous cyclist? Then try this route over the winding dikes of the Waal. The nature in this area is influenced by the rough and turbulent character of the river. The river island of Bommelerwaard, for example, is formed by the Waal and the Maas. The Breemwaard is located between Nieuwwaal and Zuilichem, where you are treated to beautiful views from the dikes with swamps, willow forests and reeds.
Battery under Brakel
Water also used to play a major role in defense against the enemy. Battery under Brakel was built between 1879 and 1884 as part of the New Dutch Waterline. The fort served to protect Loevestein Castle and the town of Woudrichem.
The Pannekoekenbakker Woudrichem
Ready for a break? Then take a seat at De Pannekoekenbakker Woudrichem for a cup of coffee, one of the 230 different pancakes or something else tasty from the menu. From the terrace you have a beautiful view over the Maas. Once you have gained new energy, you can continue cycling to Molen Nooit Gedagt. This mill still grinds grain daily. A little later you cycle past Fort Vuren, which was built in 1844 to stop enemies who wanted to move west.
Loevestein Castle
Loevestein Castle is definitely worth a visit. The castle was originally built as a residential house in 1357. Only later did the castle acquire a military function, because the castle is strategically located in the New Dutch Waterline. Loevestein Castle is best known for the story that Hugo Grotius was imprisoned there and escaped through a book chest when the castle was used as a prison. Nowadays the castle is set up as a museum. Children can dress up as a knight or damsel and the story about Hugo Grotius is told especially for them. For the rest, you can view excavations of former residents of the castle, take an audio tour and explore the fortress with your smartphone.
Battery under Brakel
Water also used to play a major role in defense against the enemy. Battery under Brakel was built between 1879 and 1884 as part of the New Dutch Waterline. The fort served to protect Loevestein Castle and the town of Woudrichem.
The Pannekoekenbakker Woudrichem
Ready for a break? Then take a seat at De Pannekoekenbakker Woudrichem for a cup of coffee, one of the 230 different pancakes or something else tasty from the menu. From the terrace you have a beautiful view over the Maas. Once you have gained new energy, you can continue cycling to Molen Nooit Gedagt. This mill still grinds grain daily. A little later you cycle past Fort Vuren, which was built in 1844 to stop enemies who wanted to move west.
Loevestein Castle
Loevestein Castle is definitely worth a visit. The castle was originally built as a residential house in 1357. Only later did the castle acquire a military function, because the castle is strategically located in the New Dutch Waterline. Loevestein Castle is best known for the story that Hugo Grotius was imprisoned there and escaped through a book chest when the castle was used as a prison. Nowadays the castle is set up as a museum. Children can dress up as a knight or damsel and the story about Hugo Grotius is told especially for them. For the rest, you can view excavations of former residents of the castle, take an audio tour and explore the fortress with your smartphone.
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Directions
| # | Description | Distance | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fietstop (In de Roos, 5301 AL, Zaltbommel, Gelderland, The Netherlands) | 0.00 km | ||
65 | 65 (5301HH, Zaltbommel, Gelderland, The Netherlands) | 0.81 km | |
66 | 66 (5301HL, Zaltbommel, Gelderland, The Netherlands) | 0.90 km | |
7 | 7 (5311AC, Zaltbommel, Gelderland, The Netherlands) | 3.11 km | |
8 | 8 (5311CZ, Zaltbommel, Gelderland, The Netherlands) | 4.60 km | |
6 | 6 (5305CD, Zaltbommel, Gelderland, The Netherlands) | 10.00 km |
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