Cycling in Westerwolde

Get those wheels turning and inhale that fresh air as you cycle through the beautiful Westerwolde countryside. Enter those special places in Westerwolde, the valley of the Ruiten Aa and the region’s lovely settlements and explore the great variety of scenery. Mountain bikers go BMX-ing on one of the various routes especially set out for them. As you can see, there really is something for everyone here.

Meandering bicycle paths traverse a woody area. Inhale the fragrances, enjoy the quiet, see the sunrays fall through the branches, and experience how the area opens up to vast farmlands. Take in the flowering arable land in enchanting colours. Westerwolde has wonderful options for cycling. Choose from a route that takes in the settlements of Oude Schans and Bourtange or take your adventure to the Dal van de Ruiten Aa. There really is just so much to do here! Go to the Routebureau website to check out all available routes.

If you are up for some more action, bring or hire a mountain bike. Mountain biking entails more than just rough cycling: it’s all about the combination of strength, endurance, coordination and technique. Inhale that fresh country air; the perfect recipe for an active outing that will leave you fighting fit. Extending over 200 kilometres, the Westerwolde mountain bike network is one of the longest in the Netherlands. It comprises five separate yet interconnected BMX routes, taking in the ancient Smeerling woodlands and small arable areas.

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