Cycling through the forests around Brüggen

  • Germany
  • North Rhine-Westphalia
  • Schwalmtal
  • 45.59 km (Approximately 02:40 u)
  • Cycling route 363986
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Cycling through the forests around Brüggen

  • Germany
  • North Rhine-Westphalia
  • Schwalmtal
  • 45.59 km (Approximately 02:40 u)
  • Cycling route 363986
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.

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

Pause places

Waldhaus am Hariksee

Harikseeweg 15
41366 Schwalmtal
http://www.hariksee.de

The restaurant Waldhaus am Hariksee is located in the middle of the woods near, probably not surprising, the Hariksee. Are you tired of a long bike ride or a walk through the nature around the Hariksee? Then relax with a snack and a drink at Waldhaus am Hariksee. On the extensive menu you will find delicious homemade dishes that are all made with fresh ingredients. How about fresh smoked trout, homemade pie or seasonal dishes such as asparagus, goose and game? The menu is so varied that everyone will be able to choose something delicious. In addition to dining, you can also enjoy breakfast, a cup of coffee with cake or a tasty lunch here. The restaurant has a cozy atmosphere, so that you will quickly feel at home. When the weather is nice you can take a seat on the terrace to catch some sun rays.

Sights

Kasteel Zuidewijk

1A
6071 NC Roermond
http://www.kasteleninnederland.nl

Zuidewijk Spick is a monumental castle farm located in rustic Boukoul. It consists of a high mansion under a hipped roof (gray tiles) and, together with the adjoining farm, attached chapel and service buildings, forms a rectangular complex with a courtyard. This whole is enclosed by a moat. The name Spieck or Spick is derived from the word 'spieker', which means 'grain shed'. In the past, the harvest was usually stored in a spieker to protect the field fruits from people who went on a raid.

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