Jacob van Lennep route, Part 33 (Geldermalsen - Amersfoort)
- The Netherlands
- Gelderland
- West Betuwe
- 71.06 km (Approximately 04:10 u)
- Cycling route 979788
Jacob van Lennep route, Part 33 (Geldermalsen - Amersfoort)
- The Netherlands
- Gelderland
- West Betuwe
- 71.06 km (Approximately 04:10 u)
- Cycling route 979788
This route is one of the 42 stages of the Jacob van Lennep experience tour. A tour inspired by the journey that Van Lennep made through the Netherlands with his fellow student Van Hogendorp in 1823. Click here for an overview of all stages.
From neighbours
Tuesday August 12. From Geldermalsen, Van Lennep and Van Hogendorp walk to Oranjestad Buren. When they enter the grounds of Huis Buren, they only see the front gate, ramparts and canals. The front gate was demolished in 1883. Van Buren is the pseudonym sometimes used by members of the royal family. In 1986, King Willem-Alexander rode the Eleven Cities Tour as WA van Buren.
Tuesday August 12. From Geldermalsen, Van Lennep and Van Hogendorp walk to Oranjestad Buren. When they enter the grounds of Huis Buren, they only see the front gate, ramparts and canals. The front gate was demolished in 1883. Van Buren is the pseudonym sometimes used by members of the royal family. In 1986, King Willem-Alexander rode the Eleven Cities Tour as WA van Buren.
Ruin
From the Lekdijk, hikers can see Wijk bij Duurstede in the distance. They cross the river and walk through a deciduous forest" (...) with excellently laid out walking paths\\\". One of those paths ends at the ruins of Duurstede Castle. After drinking a glass of milk (!), they continue walking,"(...) arguing wildly about the beauty or otherwise of ruins in general\\\". It is clear: the journey has actually taken too long for these two very different personalities.
From the Lekdijk, hikers can see Wijk bij Duurstede in the distance. They cross the river and walk through a deciduous forest" (...) with excellently laid out walking paths\\\". One of those paths ends at the ruins of Duurstede Castle. After drinking a glass of milk (!), they continue walking,"(...) arguing wildly about the beauty or otherwise of ruins in general\\\". It is clear: the journey has actually taken too long for these two very different personalities.
Utrechtse Heuvelrug
The travelers spend the night in Amerongen, just like eight days earlier . Instead of going to Amerongen, the route takes you through the Kromme Rijn region with its meadows and fruit orchards: also a beautiful region. Via Doorn, Van Lennep and Van Hogendorp walk through the estates and heathlands of what is now the Utrechtse Heuvelrug National Park. In Amersfoort they stay with Van de Poll, descendants of the Van Lennep family.
The travelers spend the night in Amerongen, just like eight days earlier . Instead of going to Amerongen, the route takes you through the Kromme Rijn region with its meadows and fruit orchards: also a beautiful region. Via Doorn, Van Lennep and Van Hogendorp walk through the estates and heathlands of what is now the Utrechtse Heuvelrug National Park. In Amersfoort they stay with Van de Poll, descendants of the Van Lennep family.
Just after Beusichem you cross the Lek with a ferry that operates all year round.
Floor sources
-Jakob van Lennep," The summer of 1823": part 3, chapter 4.
-Geert Mak, The summer of 1823 as a television series : episodes 8 and 9.
-Maya Schepers, The summer of 1823 as a radio series : episode 8.
-Jakob van Lennep," The summer of 1823": part 3, chapter 4.
-Geert Mak, The summer of 1823 as a television series : episodes 8 and 9.
-Maya Schepers, The summer of 1823 as a radio series : episode 8.
Directions
| # | Description | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| geldermalsen (Geldermalsen, 4191LE, West Betuwe, Gelderland, The Netherlands) | 0.00 km | |
30 | 30 (4191LD, West Betuwe, Gelderland, The Netherlands) | 0.27 km |
31 | 31 (4196HA, West Betuwe, Gelderland, The Netherlands) | 0.95 km |
60 | 60 (Lingedijk, 4197HC, West Betuwe, Gelderland, The Netherlands) | 1.93 km |
62 | 62 (4116RK, Buren, Gelderland, The Netherlands) | 5.63 km |
69 | 69 (4116CG, Buren, Gelderland, The Netherlands) | 7.00 km |
Pause places
't VeerHuys
Veerweg 7
4112 PC Buren
http://www.veerhuys.eu
Our restaurant't VeerHuys is located in a beautiful historic building, in a beautiful spot between the floodplains and near the river Lek. The ferry, which has sailed here for centuries, provides an important transit route across the river. There is always liveliness in and around't VeerHuys. Cyclists and walkers enjoy the varied landscape of rivers, dikes, floodplains and orchards. The attractive decor, a super nice terrace with a view over the Lek and the hospitality of the staff will contribute to a successful visit.
Sights
Huis Buren
For centuries one of the largest Dutch castles stood on the Plantsoen: Huis Buren. In this castle William of Orange married Anna van Buren-van Egmond in 1551. The castle was demolished in the years after 1804. Stones and other materials were sold to build and restore houses in the region.
Duurstede
Duurstede Castle is a beautiful building that was built in the Middle Ages. The history of the castle dates back to the early 13th century with a residential tower from 1270.
Pyramide van Austerlitz
The 36-high pyramid was built in 1805 by soldiers of Napoleon and one of the highlights of the Heuvelrug. From the top you have a beautiful view of the region in clear weather.
Nationaal Militair Museum
1
3768MX Soest
http://www.nmm.nl
Visitors will be thrown back at the sight of the imposing National Military Museum building. And then you are not even in! Tanks, planes and, for example, a rocket launcher pose in the large hall with thirteen meters high glass walls. Admire these tough tools from the Dutch army and air force and wander through the entire Arsenal. As if they were still flying through the clouds in a fast flight. The aircraft of the Dutch Air Force, for example, are displayed in the National Military Museum. On the ground are their brothers, the tanks and other vehicles of the Army. The complete Dutch armed forces and its history can be admired here. Take a look at the Leopard 2A6, for example, a battle tank that was the showpiece of the Ministry of Defense for many years. Every piece in the museum has a story. Such as the dinghy with which German soldiers paddle to Rotterdam in May 1940 to enter the battle. The National Military Museum in Soest is also perfect for a company outing, family day, children's party and school trip. In addition, the NMM offers various interesting workshops and group tours. For the most current information, take a look at www.nmm.nl
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