Cycling in Westerwolde

Winding cycle paths take you through a wooded area. You’ll enjoy the scent of the trees, the tranquillity and the sun shining through the branches until you see vast expanses of farmland stretching out before you. The farmland is in full bloom and the colours will enchant you straight away. You’ll discover Westerwolde from the saddle. Various cycle routes have been mapped out to help you explore the region. Cycle past the Oude Schans and Bourtange sites or take a trip through the Dal van de Ruiten Aa. There’s plenty to discover here. View all the routes on the Routebureau website.

Fancy a bit more action? Then grab your mountain bike. Mountain biking isn’t just about cycling as rough and wild as possible. It’s a combination of strength, stamina, coordination and technique. Add to that fresh air and green surroundings, and you have the recipe for the ultimate leisure activity that’ll keep you fit. Westerwolde’s mountain bike network spans over 200 kilometres and is one of the longest in the Netherlands. The network consists of five individual MTB routes that are interconnected. This means you’ll cycle alternately through the ancient woods of Smeerling and then through a small-scale farmland landscape.