Nature tour near Bussum and Hilversum

Your route starts at Restaurant De Egelshoek. On this route you cycle through forest areas, heathlands and estates around Bussum and Hilversum. The nature in Het Gooi is very varied. You will find many transitions from wet to dry areas and from high to low areas, which means that many different types of plants can grow. The Tafelbergheide in particular has a rolling landscape that was created during an ice age. The highest point in this area is Tafelberg, one of the highest points in North Holland. In the area you will find many clay pits that were created when people used clay to smooth the floors and yards of their farms. Via Laren you cycle to the Westerheide, the Bussumerheide and the Spanderswoud country estate with a mix of garden styles.