Coastal Tour
A road cycling route starting from Franeker
Explore Friesland's coastal charm on this scenic road cycling route.
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Embark on a picturesque journey along Friesland's coastline, as you pedal through quaint villages and lush green landscapes. This route offers a perfect blend of serene countryside views and breathtaking coastal scenery, making it ideal for cyclists of all levels. With a total distance of 64 km and minimal ascent, it is suitable for both beginners and experienced riders.
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Route profile
Highlights on the route
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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.11 km
11 km
BerltsumVillageBerltsum, a charming village known for its historic windmill and traditional Dutch architecture, awaits you just 11 km into the route.
28 km
28 km
BartlehiemHamletBartlehiem, famous for being the mythical Elfstedentocht ice skating route's starting point, greets you at the 28 km mark.
34 km
34 km
LekkumVillageLekkum, a picturesque village surrounded by picturesque polder landscapes, invites you to take a leisurely break at the 34 km point.
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50 km
HúnsVillageHúns, a quaint village featuring historic farms and charming canal houses, can be discovered at the 50 km mark.
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59 km
TzumVillageTzum, known for its beautiful Sint Martinuskerk and lively cycling community, awaits you at the 59 km mark.
64 km
64 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