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Veloferien Brügge - Amsterdam

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8 Days / 7 Nights
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The tour of the historic towns

We have devised a wonderful cycling holiday that kicks off in Belgium and leads up through the Netherlands to Amsterdam. Recurring themes include historical architecture, pastoral countryside and water vistas. In eight days you will discover a great many delightful places you otherwise wouldn’t have chanced upon. Starting in Bruges, you will go to the following towns: Damme, Sluis, Vlissingen (Flushing), Middelburg, Zierikzee, Willemstad, Dordrecht, Gouda and Amsterdam.

They count among the most picturesque towns in the Netherlands and Flanders and are remarkably well-preserved and evocative of centuries past. The route is predominantly rural and passes through a number of nature reserves. Cycling paths are of high quality. We also offer this tour with Amsterdam as the starting point. Please note: This is not a round trip! If you so choose, we can organize your transfer back to Amsterdam.

Veloferien Brügge - Amsterdam

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Touring bike & e-bike
8 Days / 7 Nights
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Itinerary

The Venice of the North delights with its old town and canals. Situated in the middle of the beautiful Flanders countryside, Bruges is the most attractive city in the region. The city centre was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2000.

From Bruges, you will start cycling through the beautiful landscape of West Flanders. At Knokke-Heist you will reach the coast and follow it for a while. Again and again, vast sandy beaches will tempt you to take a dip in the cool water. At the end of the day, a ferry will take you to Zeeland. The maritime town of Vlissingen is your overnight stop. Here, you can watch the sun set during an evening stroll along the sea promenade.

You will spend the day in the province of Zeeland, whose rich nature and long history will amaze you. Beautiful beaches with crystal clear water often accompany you along the route. Culinary delights include fresh mussels and crabs from the sea, and those interested in art and culture will find numerous museums. In Zierikzee, there are over 500 monuments to marvel at and shopping fans will find numerous small boutiques.

The first stretch of today’s tour takes you through Zeeland again before you cross over to the province of North Brabant. There will be no shortage of opportunities for swimming stops today, and you will find beaches, sun and delicious food around every corner. Willemstad is your next overnight stop. The historic fortress town has hardly changed since 1585.

Today’s stage takes you to De Biesbosch National Park; a unique labyrinth of small rivers and streams stretching over 8,000 hectares. In this water kingdom, you can observe numerous bird species as well as beavers. The tranquillity of the untouched nature guarantees deceleration. Contrast this with the hustle and bustle of Dordrecht: In Holland's oldest city, there are over 1,000 monuments to marvel at, and there is always something going on in the picturesque alleys of the city centre.

Today you will discover the impressive windmills of Kinderdijk. These 19 buildings are among the most photographed motifs in Holland. In the three museum windmills, you can learn all kinds of interesting facts about their origins. Situated between historic drawbridges and picturesque streams, you will also be impressed by the water-rich nature. The stage destination Gouda is not only known for its delicious cheese - you should also try the syrup waffles here. There are many historic buildings to visit in the city centre.

On your last cycling stage, you will roam through the green heart of the Netherlands. In this vast natural area, alternating between towns and picturesque villages, you will find everything that is so typical of Holland: cheese, windmills, grazing cows, historic country estates and quaint farms where old craftsmanship still prevails. The destination of your cycle tour is Amsterdam. It is impossible to fully explore the Dutch metropolis in one evening.

Day
8
Departure or extension

Tour character

The completely flat route takes you across the junction between Belgium and Holland whilst cycling along the cycle path network. The most time you are cycling on asphalted cycle paths, sometimes on quiete side streets, ideal for families and cycle beginners.

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Prices

Category: 3* and 4* hotels

Prices per person in CHF

Services & Information

Included:

  • Accommodation in your selected category incl. breakfast
  • Daily luggage transfer
  • Carefully elaborated route
  • Detailed travel documents 1x per room (German, English)
  • App for Navigation and GPS-data
  • Service hotline

Note:

  • Tourist tax, if due, is not included in the price
  • Ferrys are not included in the price
  • Bike rental, including rental bike insurance
  • Reservation fee of CHF 20.- per adult (incl. legally required customer money protection)
     

Optional:

  • Transfer with our bike bus from Amsterdam to Bruges: Bookable every Sunday with departure approx. 1pm to 2pm in Amsterdam. Pick-up directly at the hotel, duration approx. 3.5 hours. Price: CHF 79,- per person and CHF 39,- if you bring your own bike (only possible in the course of the passenger transfer). Reservation required; the transfer will be added to the bill.

Arrival/Parking/Departure:

  • Bruges central train station
  • Nearest airport: Ostende-Bruges
  • Parking at the hotel in Bruges, approx. CH 25,- / day. Reservation required in advance, payable on site.
  • A public parking garage costs between CHF 7,- to CHF 16,- per day, depending on the location. No reservation possible or necessary.
  • Good train connections from Amsterdam to Bruges

Other important information:

  • The distance travelled is approximate and may differ from the actual distance
  • Travel cancellation insurance, including travel interruption insurance is recommended

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