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Historic Polder Tour


A road cycling route starting from Callantsoog

Immerse yourself in the history of Noord-Holland on this road cycling route.

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Experience the rich history of Noord-Holland on this road cycling route, which takes you through historic polders and picturesque towns. With a moderate difficulty level and a distance of 124 km, it's a longer ride suitable for experienced cyclists. The highlights include passing through Barsingerhorn, Wognum, Middenbeemster, Wormerveer, Egmond-Binnen, Camperduin, Botenhuis, and finishing near Callantsoog.

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124 km
76 m
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Route profile

Highlights on the route

Start: Callantsoog Village center
Callantsoog: Cycle along the captivating coastlines of Callantsoog.
Callantsoog is a coastal locality situated in Noord-Holland, Netherlands. Road and gravel cyclists can experience the thrill of cycling along the beautiful beaches and explore the scenic coastal routes in this area. The region offers a mix of flat terrains and a few gentle hills, complemented by refreshing ocean breezes and stunning sea views. While there are no famous cycling-related spots or well-known climbs directly in Callantsoog, nearby destinations feature popular attractions such as the beautiful dune areas with cycling paths for adventurous riders to conquer.
BarsingerhornVillage
Barsingerhorn is a charming village with a traditional Dutch windmill and historic buildings.
WognumVillage
Wognum is known for its picturesque historic center and traditional Dutch buildings.
MiddenbeemsterVillage
Middenbeemster is a UNESCO World Heritage site, known for its well-preserved 17th-century Dutch polder landscape.
WormerveerVillage
Wormerveer is a historic town with picturesque canals and traditional Dutch houses.
Egmond-BinnenVillage
Egmond-Binnen is home to the famous Egmond Abbey, founded in the 10th century.
CamperduinHamlet
Camperduin is located near the impressive Schoorlse Duinen national park, offering stunning sand dunes.
BotenhuisViewpoint
Botenhuis is a small hamlet surrounded by lush countryside and public trails.
CallantsoogVillage
Callantsoog is a popular seaside resort with sandy dunes and a lively beach scene.
Finish: Callantsoog Village center
Callantsoog: Cycle along the captivating coastlines of Callantsoog.

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