Cycling through the forests around Brüggen
Schwalmtal, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
Cycling route: 363986
Provided by: route.nl
45.6 km
02:40 h
803 kcal
76 m
Description
Just across the border in Germany there are beautiful areas to explore by bike. You only have to cycle a few meters across the border near Swalmen and you will immediately find yourself in beautiful extensive forests and nature reserves. Cross-border cycling is something you just want to try.
Historical gems in Brüggen
Get on your bike on the banks of the Hariksee. From here you cycle via the town of Born to Brüggen. This city has a rich history dating back to the late Middle Ages. It is therefore not surprising that you can view many remains of historic buildings here. Think of an old medieval city gate, a medieval water castle and the remains of a castle from the 13th century. So it is definitely advisable to get off your bike and take a look at this city. Then you cycle through beautiful extensive forests towards the Dutch border.
Waldhaus am Hariksee
Then you cycle back to the starting point of the route via Herkenbosch. There you can have a tasty bite to eat or a drink at Waldhaus am Hariksee. On the menu you will find fresh homemade dishes such as smoked trout or home-baked cakes. You can satisfy your hunger with that.
Zuidwijk
A little outside Swalmen you cycle past the Zuidewijk castle farm. This is a fortified house with a large granary on top that dates from 1460. Over the centuries, the farm has had different owners and the castle has also been restored several times. The castle is located in a rustic environment.
Historical gems in Brüggen
Get on your bike on the banks of the Hariksee. From here you cycle via the town of Born to Brüggen. This city has a rich history dating back to the late Middle Ages. It is therefore not surprising that you can view many remains of historic buildings here. Think of an old medieval city gate, a medieval water castle and the remains of a castle from the 13th century. So it is definitely advisable to get off your bike and take a look at this city. Then you cycle through beautiful extensive forests towards the Dutch border.
Waldhaus am Hariksee
Then you cycle back to the starting point of the route via Herkenbosch. There you can have a tasty bite to eat or a drink at Waldhaus am Hariksee. On the menu you will find fresh homemade dishes such as smoked trout or home-baked cakes. You can satisfy your hunger with that.
Zuidwijk
A little outside Swalmen you cycle past the Zuidewijk castle farm. This is a fortified house with a large granary on top that dates from 1460. Over the centuries, the farm has had different owners and the castle has also been restored several times. The castle is located in a rustic environment.
Height Profile
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Below you will find various suggestions for breaks that you can visit during your route. These are divided into different categories, making it easy for you to choose.
Directions
| # | Description | Distance | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waldhaus am Hariksee (Harikseeweg, 41366, Schwalmtal, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany) | 0.00 km | ||
62 | 62 (Bosstraat, 6071PX, Roermond, Limburg, The Netherlands) | 14.85 km | |
90 | 90 (6071PX, Roermond, Limburg, The Netherlands) | 15.37 km | |
88 | 88 (6071NH, Roermond, Limburg, The Netherlands) | 18.22 km | |
| Kasteel Zuidewijk (6071 NC, Roermond, Limburg, The Netherlands) | 20.23 km | ||
89 | 89 (6071AV, Roermond, Limburg, The Netherlands) | 20.41 km |
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