A day in West Friesland

West Friesland seems to have been specially created for a cycling tour. You will find peace, space, old towns and views over the water. This route takes you through Enkhuizen and the surrounding area.

Lighthouse de Ven
The route starts just below Medemblik. In the National Saet en Cruyt Museum you can learn everything about the cultivation and trade of seeds. From the cycle path you have a beautiful view over the IJsselmeer. You will pass one of the oldest and most beautiful lighthouses in the Netherlands: De Ven. This white square brick building dates from 1700 and has a beam height of 17 meters. It is the only one left of three lighthouses that had to guide ships safely through the former Zuiderzee.

Enkhuizen
In Enkhuizen you can easily experience the rich maritime history of this beautiful town. You will see, among other things, the Drommedaris, the seventeenth-century city gate. In Broekerhaven you will see a monumental crossing. A little further away is Europarcs Resort Markermeer, a beautiful place to stay on the Markermeer. You can also eat and drink something here. Cycling through the leafy De Buurt you will see old houses and bell-shaped farms, and you will also have beautiful views into the vast polder. What a beautiful region!