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The Green Heart Loop
A road cycling route starting from Boskoop
Cycle through the scenic landscapes of Zuid-Holland
![Map miniature of "The Green Heart Loop" cycling inspiration in Zuid-Holland, Netherlands. Generated by Tarmacs.app cycling route planner](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/routemaps/600/netherlands/zuid-holland/boskoop/road/226357.webp)
The Green Heart Loop is a picturesque round-trip cycling route that takes you through the beautiful countryside of Zuid-Holland. With a total distance of 66 kilometers and an ascent of 50 meters, this road route is suitable for riders of all levels. Along the way, you'll encounter several charming highlights, including Reeuwijk with its renowned lakes, Stolwijk with its historic windmills, and Zwaan, a quaint village known for its traditional Dutch architecture. As you approach Kinderdijk, don't miss the opportunity to visit the iconic windmills that have been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The route also passes by Capelle aan den IJssel, offering stunning views of the river. Conclude your journey at Uitkijkpunt Lührs, a lookout point that provides breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding area.
Highlights on the route
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Waddinxveen](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/netherlands/zuid-holland/waddinxveen-3.webp)
![Image of Reeuwijk](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/netherlands/zuid-holland/reeuwijk-2.webp)
![Image of Alphen aan den Rijn](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/netherlands/zuid-holland/alphen-aan-den-rijn-3.webp)
![Image of Bodegraven](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/netherlands/zuid-holland/bodegraven-5.webp)
![Image of Gouda](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/netherlands/zuid-holland/gouda-4.webp)
![Image of Benthuizen](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/netherlands/zuid-holland/benthuizen-4.webp)
![Image of Gouderak](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/netherlands/zuid-holland/gouderak-5.webp)
![Image of Bleiswijk](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/netherlands/zuid-holland/bleiswijk-5.webp)
![Image of Zoetermeer](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/netherlands/zuid-holland/zoetermeer-5.webp)