Dutch Waterlines Bicycle Boat Route
Discover world-class heritage and experience the water-rich landscape of the Hollandse Waterlinies UNESCO World Heritage Site in Gooi and Vecht region in a unique way.
Follow the former line between safe and unsafe territory along river Vecht, through old Dutch landscapes and take a scenic tour around the Loosdrecht Lakes (Loosdrechtse Plassen).
Tip: alternate this cycle route with sailing and board the Bicycle Boat (De Fietsboot) on the Vecht or the Loosdrechtse Plassen. Check the website for the current sailing schedule.
Dutch Waterlines UNESCO World Heritage Site
Two important defence lines meet here in Gooi & Vecht: the New Dutch Waterline and the Defence Line of Amsterdam. Awarded UNESCO World Heritage Site Dutch Waterlines (Hollandse Waterlinies) together since 2021. The sturdy forts, centuries-old castles and atmospheric fortified towns still have a prominent place in the landscape and form the perfect backdrop for a day out.
Sights on this route
3611 AS Oud Zuilen
Bicycle Boat, stop NIeuwersluis
De Fietsboot op de Vechtzandpad 23
3601NA Maarssen
Fortress Nieuwersluis
Fort NieuwersluisRijksstraatweg 7 B
3631 AA Nieuwersluis
Bicycle Boat, stop NIeuwersluis
De Fietsboot op de Vechtzandpad 9
3631 NK Nieuwersluis
Oud-Loosdrechtsedijk
1231 LW Loosdrecht
Nieuw-Loosdrechtsedijk 150
1231 LC Loosdrecht
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