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North Holland Rural Tour by Road Bike
A road cycling route starting from Obdam
Experience the charming countryside of North Holland on this road bike tour
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This road cycling route takes you through the picturesque landscape of North Holland. Starting from Obdam, you will ride through beautiful towns such as Middenbeemster, Koog aan de Zaan, Markenbinnen, and Heerhugowaard. The route covers a distance of 78 km with an ascent of 68 meters. It is suitable for well-trained amateur cyclists, with a difficulty rating of 3. The overall epicness of the route is 3, offering scenic views and cultural highlights.
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Route profile
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Start: Obdam Village centerObdam: Scenic rides along the historic Westfriese Omringdijk.
Obdam, situated in the Noord-Holland region of the Netherlands, offers picturesque cycling routes suitable for both road and gravel cyclists. The locality boasts well-maintained roads and scenic landscapes, providing cyclists with an enjoyable riding experience. Additionally, Obdam is located near the famous Westfriese Omringdijk, a historic dike route that takes cyclists through charming towns and beautiful countryside. Cyclists can immerse themselves in the region's rich history and explore the scenic beauty of the area. With its combination of natural and cultural attractions, Obdam is a cyclist-friendly locality that offers a diverse range of cycling opportunities.0 km
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ObdamVillageObdam: Start your journey in the charming town with its historic landmarks and cozy cafes.
18 km
18 km
MiddenbeemsterVillageMiddenbeemster: Explore the UNESCO world heritage site known for its perfectly preserved 17th-century planned landscape.
42 km
42 km
Koog aan de ZaanVillageKoog aan de Zaan: Admire the traditional Zaanse Schans windmills and learn about the industrial heritage.
52 km
52 km
MarkenbinnenVillageMarkenbinnen: Cycle through the beautiful rural area and enjoy the peacefulness of the polders.
72 km
72 km
HeerhugowaardTownHeerhugowaard: Discover the modern town known for its innovation and sustainable development.
78 km
78 km
Finish: Obdam Village centerObdam: Scenic rides along the historic Westfriese Omringdijk.
Cycling routes from Obdam:
North Holland Rural Tour by Road Bike West Frisian Meadows Tour by Road Bike Opmeer to Zandwerven Loop Discovering North Holland Gravel Route Avenhorn to Berkmeer Loop Opmeer to Berkhout Loop Ursem to Obdam Adventure West Frisia Flatlands by Road Bike North Holland Countryside Loop by Road Bike Obdam Round Trip
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Spierdijk](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/netherlands/noord-holland/spierdijk-4.webp)
![Image of Heerhugowaard](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/netherlands/noord-holland/heerhugowaard-4.webp)
![Image of Opmeer](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/netherlands/noord-holland/opmeer-4.webp)
![Image of Hoogwoud](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/netherlands/noord-holland/hoogwoud-5.webp)
![Image of De Goorn](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/netherlands/noord-holland/de-goorn-5.webp)
![Image of Zuid-Scharwoude](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/netherlands/noord-holland/zuid-scharwoude-5.webp)
![Image of Broek op Langedijk](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/netherlands/noord-holland/broek-op-langedijk-5.webp)
![Image of Noord-Scharwoude](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/netherlands/noord-holland/noord-scharwoude-5.webp)
![Image of Avenhorn](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/netherlands/noord-holland/avenhorn-4.webp)