Cycling route along future-proof farmers in Amsterdam-Noord 21 km

Trousers in Waterland, Zunderdorp, Durgerdam

Rural North, as the area north of Amsterdam is also called, is an important area for people and nature. The peat meadows are home to unique flora and fauna, including many meadow birds. Between the water-rich nature you will come across a number of idyllic villages, such as Durgerdam, Holysloot, Zunderdorp and Ransdorp. These small villages have beautiful historical centres.

The polders in this area have existed since the Middle Ages, when the soil was cut and dried into peat. Now the peat soil is mainly used by cattle farms. Everywhere you see grazing cows and bleating sheep in the meadow. During the route you can not only take in this quintessential Dutch image, you can also taste it! Along the way you will come across many farms with their own shops, where the most diverse regional products are offered. From fresh farm cheese, artisanal farm ice cream and organic meat, to home-made jam and fruit juice.

But here too, farmers are noticing that growing and cultivating is becoming increasingly difficult due to climate change and drought. That is why more and more farmers in Landelijk Noord are making their businesses future-proof. This way, the beautiful landscape that you can enjoy today will be preserved in the future and we can continue to taste the delicious regional products for a long time to come.

Visit the Huitema and Zant farms and learn more about the measures these conscious farmers are taking. If you are lucky, the farmers will have time to tell you more about it. In any case, you can go to the farm shops. So don't forget to take an extra (bicycle) bag with you, so that you can take lots of fresh delicacies with you!