Bredevoort and Barlo Gravel Loop

A gravel cycling route starting from Aalten

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Explore the picturesque towns of Bredevoort and Barlo on this scenic gravel route.

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This gravel route takes you through the charming towns of Bredevoort and Barlo, showcasing their picturesque streets and historic architecture. The route includes rolling hills and scenic countryside, offering great opportunities for nature lovers. With a moderate difficulty level, this route is suitable for well-trained amateurs. The highlights include Bredevoort, known for its rich literary history, and Barlo, with its beautiful Barlomeuskerk church. Scored at 4 out of 5, these attractions are worth a visit. Don't miss Weseke, a village with a strong connection to fishing, and Henxel, known for its quaint village square and surrounding nature reserves.

gravel

67 km

128 m

Tough

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Start: Aalten City center

Aalten: Cyclist-friendly town with picturesque routes.

Aalten is a charming town situated in Gelderland, Netherlands. As a road and gravel cyclist, Aalten provides a pleasant and scenic route for exploration. The town itself is cyclist-friendly, with well-paved roads and cycling paths that make exploring easy and safe. The surrounding region of Gelderland offers picturesque countryside views and scenic routes that cater to different fitness levels. While Aalten doesn't have any highly-famous cycling spots or climbs, the nearby area of Montferland features challenging hills that can be conquered by enthusiastic cyclists.