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The Castle Route
A road cycling route starting from Maarssen
Embark on a road cycling adventure to uncover Maarssen's magnificent castles and captivating history.
![Map miniature of "The Castle Route" cycling inspiration in Utrecht, Netherlands. Generated by Tarmacs.app cycling route planner](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/routemaps/600/netherlands/utrecht/maarssen/road/378425.webp)
For those seeking a smooth road cycling experience, the Castle Route provides stunning vistas as you cover 61 kilometers with just 13 meters of ascent. Enjoy a leisurely ride enriched with historical delights. Begin your journey by visiting the majestic Kasteel de Haar, one of the most picturesque castles in the Netherlands. Revel in the elegance of Aan de Zuwe, a picturesque spot where you can relish in the tranquil beauty of the countryside. As you pedal through Waver, immerse yourself in a charming village boasting old-world charm and idyllic landscapes. Capture the essence of Maarssen at Kasteel Loenersloot, a captivating castle that serves as a gateway to the region's enthralling history. Finally, return to the starting point and revisit the enchanting Kasteel Nijenrode for a perfect ending to a memorable cycling adventure.
Highlights on the route
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Vleuten](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/netherlands/utrecht/vleuten-4.webp)
![Image of Breukelen](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/netherlands/utrecht/breukelen-3.webp)
![Image of De Meern](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/netherlands/utrecht/de-meern-4.webp)
![Image of Utrecht](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/netherlands/utrecht/utrecht-4.webp)
![Image of Groenekan](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/netherlands/utrecht/groenekan-2.webp)
![Image of Oud-Loosdrecht](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/netherlands/noord-holland/oud-loosdrecht-5.webp)
![Image of Maartensdijk](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/netherlands/utrecht/maartensdijk-5.webp)
![Image of Nieuw-Loosdrecht](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/netherlands/noord-holland/nieuw-loosdrecht-5.webp)
![Image of De Bilt](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/netherlands/utrecht/de-bilt-4.webp)