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Hilltops and Panoramic Views


A road cycling route starting from Voerendaal

Take on challenging climbs and enjoy stunning panoramic views along this cycling route

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Prepare for a thrilling cycling adventure as you conquer challenging climbs and enjoy breathtaking panoramic views. Begin your journey with Ten Esschen, a small hill that offers a taste of what's to come. Ascend through Koumenberg, a renowned hill known for its impressive views over the surrounding countryside. Explore historical sites such as Bergehalde Carl-Alexander, a coal mining spoil heap that now serves as a viewpoint. Enjoy Schöne Aussicht, a stunning viewpoint that lives up to its name, offering remarkable vistas. Take a break at Pier, a scenic spot overlooking beautiful landscapes and the Maas River. Challenge yourself with the steep slopes of Schlangenberg and Breinigerberg, rewarded with phenomenal panoramic views. Finally, experience the beauty of Schneeberg and Burg Orsbach before finishing your journey at Ubachsberg, a charming village with its own unique allure.

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107 km
869 m
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Route profile

Highlights on the route

Start: Voerendaal Village center
Voerendaal: Cycling Oasis amid Serene Countryside
Voerendaal, located in Limburg in the Netherlands, is an idyllic place for road and gravel cyclists. Surrounded by undulating hills and charming countryside, the locality provides breathtaking views and challenging routes for riders. The region offers a perfect blend of peaceful tranquility and exhilarating climbs. Cyclists can challenge themselves on the Cauberg, a famous climb often featured in professional races, or explore the surrounding picturesque landscapes dotted with quaint Dutch villages.
Ten EsschenHamlet
Ten Esschen offers a small taste of the thrilling climbs and scenic vistas along this route.
KoumenbergViewpoint
Koumenberg rewards cyclists with breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.
Übach-PalenbergTown
Übach-Palenberg is a historical town with charming architecture and a rich cultural heritage.
Bergehalde Carl-Alexander212 mPeak
Bergehalde Carl-Alexander is a viewpoint located on a former coal mining slag heap, offering stunning panoramas of the surrounding region.
Schöne AussichtViewpoint
Schöne Aussicht lives up to its name, providing cyclists with magnificent vistas of the picturesque landscapes and the Maas River.
PierVillage
Pier is a scenic spot overlooking beautiful landscapes, the ideal place to pause and soak in the surroundings.
SchlangenbergViewpoint
Schlangenberg offers challenging uphill sections and rewards cyclists with sweeping views of the countryside.
BreinigerbergHamlet
Breinigerberg is a challenging climb that tests cyclists' skills, but also provides breathtaking views at the top.
Schneeberg256 mPeak
Schneeberg is a picturesque hill known for its stunning natural beauty and enchanting landscapes.
Burg OrsbachCastle
Burg Orsbach is a medieval castle perched atop a hill, offering panoramic views of the surrounding region.
UbachsbergVillage
Ubachsberg is a charming village with a rich history and unique attractions, perfect for exploring after a thrilling cycling journey.
Finish: Voerendaal Village center
Voerendaal: Cycling Oasis amid Serene Countryside

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