Tour of Geldrop, Strabrechtse Heide and Nuenen

From Nuenen you first drive to the Kleine Dommel valley. The river meanders beautifully through an old cultural landscape. You will see some old farms here, and you will also pass the Opwetten Watermill from 1764. Further on you will pass Geldrop Castle. The current building dates from 1770 and is surrounded by a beautiful English landscape garden. You will also pass the St. Brigida Church from 1891, an imposing structure. The route then takes you a long way across the Strabrechtse Heide. It is wonderfully quiet in the middle of the heath. Unless you come across the herd of Kempense Heath sheep: a fun experience! You cycle through the woods to Helmond, after which you enter another nature reserve: the Papenvoortse Heide. The route ends at Parkhotel & Brasserie Auberge Vincent.