Roman traces on the Via Valentiniana
Cuijk, North Brabant, The Netherlands
Cycling route: 761512
Provided by: Land van Cuijk
30.4 km
536 kcal
16 m
Description
In Roman times there was a busy traffic route along the Maas. This cycle tour called Via Valentiniana takes you along a section of this Roman road. Along the way you will learn more about the history of this road and enjoy the beautiful landscape.
From Cuijk to Vierlingsbeek
The starting point of this route is in Cuijk. North of Ceuclum, today's Cuijk, the Roman road used to run from Tongeren to Nijmegen via the Maasheggen area. The road then continued to Cuijk, Boxmeer and Vierlingsbeek. At Cuijk the road crossed the Maas via a Roman bridge. During this bike tour you will explore the area south of Cuijk. The Roman banners, helmets and information boards along the route show you which part of this route used to be part of the Roman road. On the information boards you will find more information about what certain places such as Boxmeer looked like in Roman times.
Traces from Roman times
Visit Museum Ceuclum to get an even better idea of what this area looked like in Roman times. Here you will find models of various buildings and objects from this period. You can also stop along the way at t Veerhuis and't Genot Drinks, Dinner & Grill for a tasty snack and a drink.
Emperor Valentinian
The Via Valentiniana is named after the Roman Emperor Valentinian. He spent a lot of time on infrastructure during his reign. For example, he had the road built along the Maas. The Emperor probably conquered the Cuijk area in 368 AD. Visited to view the road. In short, on this route you follow in the emperor's footsteps.
Would you like to read more about the Via Valentiniana and the Roman traces in the Land van Cuijk? Then take a look here.
Height Profile
The Land van Cuijk in the northeast of Brabant consists of one city and 32 villages in a breathtakingly beautiful and peaceful landscape. Get acquainted with the natural beauty and the interesting culture and history that you will find everywhere in this area. The traces of the past are here for the taking.
You do not want to miss this
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.
Sights
Directions
| # | Description | Distance | |
|---|---|---|---|
4 | 4 (5431DP, Cuijk, North Brabant, The Netherlands) | 0.00 km | |
| Romeinse brug (Cuijk, Veer, 5431 DP, Cuijk, North Brabant, The Netherlands) | 0.01 km | ||
| TimeTravel | Buitenmuseum Cuijk (5431 EM, Cuijk, North Brabant, The Netherlands) | 0.37 km | ||
| Museum Ceuclum (5431 EM, Cuijk, North Brabant, The Netherlands) | 0.48 km | ||
69 | 69 (5431DL, Cuijk, North Brabant, The Netherlands) | 0.62 km | |
71 | 71 (5431HD, Cuijk, North Brabant, The Netherlands) | 1.50 km |
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