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Franeker Round Trip


A road cycling route starting from Franeker

Explore the charming town of Franeker and its surrounding countryside on this scenic cycling route.

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Discover the beauty of Friesland (NL) on this 63 km road cycling route starting from Franeker. Experience the Dutch countryside with its picturesque views, historic towns, and idyllic landscapes. The route is perfect for a leisurely ride, suitable for amateur cyclists of all levels. Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere as you cycle through the charming villages of Schalsum, Menaam, Boksum, Raerd, Easterein, and Fatum. Take in the cultural heritage and rich history of these small towns along the way.

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Highlights on the route

Start: Franeker City center
Franeker: 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.
SchalsumVillage
Explore the historic village of Schalsum with its traditional Dutch architecture and charming streets.
MenaamVillage
Visit the town of Menaam, known for its historic windmill and beautiful natural surroundings.
BoksumVillage
Discover the village of Boksum with its scenic nature reserves and fascinating cultural landmarks.
RaerdVillage
Pass by the quaint village of Raerd, famous for its historic church and stunning rural landscapes.
EastereinVillage
Explore the charming town of Easterein, known for its beautiful canal system and historic buildings.
FatumHamlet
Cycle through Fatum, a peaceful village surrounded by nature reserves and picturesque scenery.
Finish: Franeker City center
Franeker: Historic town with a mix of challenging climbs and tranquil cycling routes.

Cycling routes nearby:

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Sexbierum

Pedal through the flat landscapes and picturesque roads that define Sexbierum.

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Dronryp

Leisurely rides through the scenic landscapes of Dronryp, Friesland

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Harlingen

Coastal locality with scenic vistas and rich maritime heritage.

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Minnertsga

A tranquil town offering scenic landscapes and flat terrains for road and gravel cyclists in Friesland region, Netherlands.

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Menaam

Discover scenic countryside and renowned cycling routes in Menaam, Netherlands.

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Wommels

Escape to the serenity of Friesland while cycling in Wommels.

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Berltsum

A charming town in the picturesque region of Friesland, perfect for exploring flat and scenic cycling routes.

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Witmarsum

Cycle through the historic landscapes of Friesland in Witmarsum.

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Bolsward

Cycle through the charming villages and windmills of Bolsward