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Gravel Adventure


A gravel cycling route starting from Grijpskerk

Embark on a thrilling gravel adventure through the Groningen countryside

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Get ready for an exciting gravel adventure through the Groningen countryside with this 93km route. With a total ascent of 60m, this route is suitable for experienced gravel cyclists. The route takes you through Zuidhorn, Peize, Norg, Veenhuizen, Bakkeveen, Grootegast, and Gaarkeuken. Enjoy the serene beauty of rural Groningen while experiencing the thrill of gravel riding.

gravel
93 km
60 m
Tough
Route profile

Highlights on the route

Start: Grijpskerk Village center
Grijpskerk: Exploring the flat countryside and nearby charming villages on two wheels.
Grijpskerk is a small and peaceful town located in the Groningen province of the Netherlands. The area is predominantly flat, making it ideal for easy road cycling. Gravel cyclists can also explore the surrounding countryside and enjoy the scenic beauty. Grijpskerk itself does not have any famous cycling-related spots or well-known climbs, but there are many charming villages and towns nearby that offer picturesque routes for both road and gravel cyclists.
ZuidhornTown
Zuidhorn is a charming town with beautiful historic buildings and cozy cafes
PeizeVillage
Peize is surrounded by stunning nature reserves, perfect for gravel cycling and outdoor enthusiasts
NorgVillage
Norg is known for its vast forests and scenic landscapes, ideal for gravel riding and exploring
VeenhuizenVillage
Veenhuizen is a former prison village with cultural heritage sites and beautiful nature areas
BakkeveenVillage
Bakkeveen is a popular outdoor recreation spot with forests, heaths, and sand dunes
GrootegastVillage
Grootegast is a historical village with charming canals and traditional Dutch houses
GaarkeukenHamlet
Gaarkeuken is a quaint village known for its idyllic location near the water
Finish: Grijpskerk Village center
Grijpskerk: Exploring the flat countryside and nearby charming villages on two wheels.

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Grootegast

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Buitenpost

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Surhuisterveen

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