Cycling through old fishing villages on the North Sea

This route takes you through Noordwijk and Katwijk, two well-known and charming coastal towns. You'll enjoy the beach life and the characteristic atmosphere. In Noordwijk, in particular, you'll pass several historical sights. The starting point of this route is Herberg Welgelegen in Valkenburg. A house with character, situated in a beautiful building on the Oude Rijn river. With eight luxurious hotel rooms and a waterfront restaurant, it's the perfect place to unwind outdoors. Along this route, enjoy the Berkheide, a beautiful nature reserve south of Katwijk. The area consists mainly of small valleys and parabolic dunes. A striking feature is the abundance of dune roses that bloom in spring. In Noordwijk, you'll see centuries-old buildings. Stop for a moment to admire them at your leisure.