Gravel Adventure
A gravel cycling route starting from Franeker
Embark on an off-road gravel adventure through the stunning rural landscapes of Friesland.
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Immerse yourself in the untouched natural beauty of Friesland's countryside on this gravel cycling route. The 44 km long track takes you through scenic farmlands, peaceful meadows, and charming villages, offering a truly immersive experience for gravel enthusiasts. With minimal ascent, this route is suitable for riders of all skill levels.
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Start: Franeker City centerFraneker: Historic town with a mix of challenging climbs and tranquil cycling routes.
Franeker in Friesland (NL), Netherlands is a historic town surrounded by scenic landscapes. The region offers a mix of challenging climbs and tranquil cycling routes, making it suitable for both road and gravel cyclists. Franeker itself is known for its well-preserved city center, historical buildings, and the famous Royal Eise Eisinga Planetarium. Cyclists can also enjoy rides through the Franekeradeel municipality, which features beautiful countryside and traditional Frisian farms. Overall, Franeker provides a combination of culture, history, and natural beauty for cyclists to explore.10 km
10 km
BerltsumVillageBerltsum, a historic village with a vibrant local community, can be discovered just 10 km into the route.
19 km
19 km
VrouwenparochieVillageVrouwenparochie, home to the famed St. Radboud Church and surrounded by scenic landscapes, marks a noteworthy highlight 19 km into the ride.
34 km
34 km
MenaamVillageMenaam, a traditional Friesian village famous for its mussels and rich maritime history, awaits you at the 34 km mark.
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41 km
SchalsumVillageSchalsum, a small village with well-preserved historic buildings and beautifully manicured gardens, greets you at the 41 km mark.
44 km
44 km
Finish: Franeker City centerFraneker: Historic town with a mix of challenging climbs and tranquil cycling routes.
Cycling routes from Franeker:
Circular Bike Route from Franeker to Dongjum, Sint-Annaparochie, Dronryp, and Arkens Scenic Gravel Cycling Route from Franeker to Hitzum, Arum, Exmorra, Gaast, Vogelkijkhut Hegewiersterfjild, Harlingen, and Franeker Road Cycling Loop from Franeker to Britswert, Reahûs, Bolsward, Arum, and Franeker Challenging Gravel Bike Route from Franeker to Berltsum, Hurdegaryp, Garyp, Wergea, and Baard Picturesque Gravel Cycling Route from Franeker to Dronryp, Deinum, Jirnsum, and Winsum Franeker Round Trip Franeker Gravel Adventure Franeker Countryside Tour Franeker Ultimate Gravel Adventure Grand Friesland Loop Gravel Adventure Coastal Tour
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