Historical places on the German border
Berkelland, Gelderland, The Netherlands
Cycling route: 489254
Provided by: route.nl
73.8 km
04:20 h
1300 kcal
45 m
Description
Don't let the Dutch border stop you and take this cycling route that takes you from the Achterhoek to the German town of Vreden. Along the way you cycle through beautiful nature reserves and special places on the Dutch side and the German side of the border.
From Groenlo to Vreden
The Gelderland village of Beltrum is the starting point of this route. Get on your steel horse here and cycle via Groenlo to the German border. Groenlo is a fortified town with a glorious history dating back to the seventh century. In the city you will encounter many sights that remind you of the Eighty Years' War, such as the Mussenberg stronghold. Be sure to take a look at this city if you like history. If you cross the German border, you will soon cycle through Vreden. Excavations have shown that this area was already inhabited about 10,000 years ago. Then you cycle past the Schwatte Gatt nature reserve back to the Dutch border.
The Piepermolen
On the edge of Rekken you cycle past the Piepermolen. This flour mill was built here in 1796. For years the mill was used to grind grain, but in 1940 the mill was damaged during a storm. In 1970, large-scale restoration of the mill began. The mill subsequently underwent further renovation in 1994 and 2006. The mill is still operational.
From Groenlo to Vreden
The Gelderland village of Beltrum is the starting point of this route. Get on your steel horse here and cycle via Groenlo to the German border. Groenlo is a fortified town with a glorious history dating back to the seventh century. In the city you will encounter many sights that remind you of the Eighty Years' War, such as the Mussenberg stronghold. Be sure to take a look at this city if you like history. If you cross the German border, you will soon cycle through Vreden. Excavations have shown that this area was already inhabited about 10,000 years ago. Then you cycle past the Schwatte Gatt nature reserve back to the Dutch border.
The Piepermolen
On the edge of Rekken you cycle past the Piepermolen. This flour mill was built here in 1796. For years the mill was used to grind grain, but in 1940 the mill was damaged during a storm. In 1970, large-scale restoration of the mill began. The mill subsequently underwent further renovation in 1994 and 2006. The mill is still operational.
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
95 | 95 (Schepersmaat, 7156JX, Berkelland, Gelderland, The Netherlands) | 0.00 km | |
41 | 41 (7141TR, Oost Gelre, Gelderland, The Netherlands) | 4.32 km | |
39 | 39 (7141AA, Oost Gelre, Gelderland, The Netherlands) | 6.66 km | |
58 | 58 (Eschweg, 7141CT, Oost Gelre, Gelderland, The Netherlands) | 7.30 km | |
52 | 52 (Boerijendijk, 7141HB, Oost Gelre, Gelderland, The Netherlands) | 10.31 km | |
52 | 52 (7142HW, Oost Gelre, Gelderland, The Netherlands) | 10.51 km |
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