Many touristic highlights in the Utrecht region are within cycling distance. Utrecht's central location and the varied landscapes in the region make the city an ideal starting point for a bike trip. It's a great way to experience the Dutch cycling culture! Here's a selection of 'must do' bike trips in the area.
Cycling along the river Vecht. Photo © Holland-Cycling.com
Are you looking for the very best cycle route in the Utrecht region? We've made a selection of 'must do' day trips especially for cyclists from abroad - in English. There are bike rental facilities at the beginning of all of these cycle routes.
For an overview of all our day trips in Holland, go to: Day trips.
Overview of day trips in the Utrecht region
Utrecht Forts Cycle RouteExploring the New Dutch Waterline This route takes you around the Utrecht area to explore the historic forts of the New Dutch Waterline - a 85 km-long military line of defence that relied on forts, bunkers, fortress towns and inundated land to protect Amsterdam and the centre of Holland. Read more »» 
Linge Cycle RouteBlossom and pretty villages along idyllic river This picturesque route takes you through the Betuwe region, famous for its fruit production. Highlight of the year is when the fruit trees are in bloom from the second half of April to the beginning of May. Read more »» 
Lage Vuursche Royal Cycle RouteRoyal palaces and pancakes in the woods This routes takes you through the woodlands of the Utrechtse Heuvelrug, an area associated with the Dutch royal family. Highlights of the route are Groeneveld Castle, Soestdijk Palace and the woodland village of Lage Vuursche. Read more »» 
Gouda Cycle RouteHistoric gems in the heart of Holland This route takes you through the Green Heart of Holland, a water-rich, rural region dotted with picturesque historic towns. Highlights of the route are the cheese market and canals in Gouda and the witches' scales at Oudewater. Read more »» |
