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The Rural Delight
A road cycling route starting from Neerharen
Experience the beauty of rural landscapes on this challenging road cycling route.
![Map miniature of "The Rural Delight" cycling inspiration in Prov. Limburg (BE), Belgium. Generated by Tarmacs.app cycling route planner](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/routemaps/600/belgium/prov-limburg-be/neerharen/road/359530.webp)
This road cycling route spans 113 km and presents a challenging adventure for well-trained amateur cyclists. With a total ascent of 479m, the route offers impressive views of the surroundings. Highlights along the way include Urmond, a picturesque village known for its charming atmosphere. Baakhoven invites you to take a moment and enjoy its tranquil beauty, while the small town of Paarlo offers a perfect spot for a peaceful break. Aphoven, with its scenic landscapes, will enchant you with its rural charm. The Kasteel Passarts-Nieuwenhagen, a majestic castle nestled amidst nature, tells stories of times gone by. As you approach the Koumenberg, be prepared to pedal through a challenging climb with stunning rewards at the top. The final highlight of this route is De Krul, a unique bridge that leaves a lasting impression with its eye-catching design.
Highlights on the route
Cycling routes from Neerharen:
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Rekem](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/belgium/prov-limburg-be/rekem-5.webp)
![Image of Lanaken](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/belgium/prov-limburg-be/lanaken-2.webp)
![Image of Opgrimbie](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/belgium/prov-limburg-be/opgrimbie-5.webp)
![Image of Borgharen](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/netherlands/limburg-nl/borgharen-4.webp)
![Image of Bunde](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/netherlands/limburg-nl/bunde-5.webp)
![Image of Boorsem](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/belgium/prov-limburg-be/boorsem-5.webp)
![Image of Meerssen](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/netherlands/limburg-nl/meerssen-4.webp)
![Image of Rothem](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/netherlands/limburg-nl/rothem-5.webp)
![Image of Gellik](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/belgium/prov-limburg-be/gellik-4.webp)