Cycling through the polder between Arnhem and Nijmegen

Cycling in the Lingewaard and the Overbetuwe is wonderfully peaceful. You will find unique nature reserves, orchards, and plenty of cultural history. For example, you will pass the Waal Crossing Monument near Nijmegen. Here, a battalion of American soldiers crossed the Waal during Operation Market Garden. From the dike, you have a beautiful view of the Oosterhoutse Waarden nature reserve. On one side you see the bank of the Waal, while on the other lie overgrown grasslands. From the Waaldijk, you can see the white-plastered 15th-century village church of Slijk-Ewijk: a picture-perfect sight! In old Elst, you will pass the beautiful Grote Kerk. In Bemmel, you can enjoy a drink on the terrace at Het Wapen van Bemmel. After your tour, you can fully recharge your batteries at the cozy Van der Valk Hotel Nijmegen.