Zuiderzeeroute stage 5: From Elburg to Muiderberg

On to the fishing village of Spakenburg
The Beach hotel Monopole in the old Hanseatic city of Harderwijk is the starting point of this stage. From here you cycle along the Veluwerandmeren the Wolderwijd, the Nuldernauw and the Nijkerkernauw to Spakenburg. This former fishing village was located on the Zuiderzee before the construction of the Afsluitdijk. You can still find all kinds of monumental buildings and places here, such as the old fish auction and the smokehouse. Part of Spakenburg is a protected village view, so there is plenty of beauty to see here. On the way to Spakenburg you can also take a look at the Putter steam pumping station and the Arkemheen steam pumping station. These steam pumping stations have kept the surrounding polders dry for a long time. At extreme water levels, the pumping stations are still put into operation.

Hotel Restaurant Het Rechthuis
Via Huizen you cycle to the end point in Muiderberg. There you can settle down at Hotel Restaurant Het Rechthuis to chat with a bite to eat and a drink. Of course, staying overnight is also possible here.

Fortified town of Naarden
On the last part of this route you will pass Naarden. This historic fortified city is known for its special star shape with double ramparts, gatehouses and bastions that date back to the 17th century. Take a look in Naarden to get acquainted with the military past of the city and then immediately enjoy all the cosiness.