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Venture on two wheels into the hills and forests of Southern Limburg. A favourite among cyclists, Southern Limburg is home to a well-signposted cycle network, comprising of 2000 km of car-free paths through beautiful countryside.
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The Netherlands on two wheels

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16 Oct 2022 - 22 Oct 2022

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114 kg CO2
What's included:
  • Transport
  • Accommodation
  • Journey guide with tickets
  • Seat reservations where required or recommended
  • WhatsApp support and disruption replanning

Journey at a glance

Trip overview

  • London

  • Utrecht

    2 nights

  • Maastricht

    3 nights

  • Apeldoorn

    1 night

  • London

Full itinerary

Journey
TRAIN
4hrs 7mins
Standard class

LondonAmsterdam

Board the Eurostar which will whisk you across the Kent countryside and through the Channel Tunnel. Enjoy changing landscape as you breeze across the continent, crossing French Flanders and Belgium before arriving in the Netherlands.
Journey
TRAIN
0hrs 28mins
Standard class
Photo by E. Dronkert/CC BY 2.0/Flickr

AmsterdamUtrecht

Journey south on the direct train from Amsterdam, hugging the canal for the second part of the journey before reaching Utrecht.
Stay
2 nights
Utrecht
Photo by Olivia Mobbs/CC BY 2.0/Flickr

Utrecht

Utrecht is a vibrant university city with a wealth of history and a serious café culture. Peaceful canals divide the neighbourhoods and pretty streets bustle with cyclists, shoppers and students.

Where you could stay2 nights

Mother Goose Hotel

Mother Goose is set in a converted 14th century house on a paved square in the heart of Utrecht’s old town. Once a chemist, bookshop, bakery, mattress factory and squat, the building is now home to this charming boutique hotel with 23 individually decorated rooms and a laid-back atmosphere.

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Recommendations

  • Hire bikes and cycle through the Landgoed Rhijnauwen forest (the nearby Theehuis Rhijnauwen pancake house on the bank of the Kromme Rijn makes the perfect pitstop!)
  • Take the local bus or cycle to Castle De Haar - explore the fairytale-like 19th century castle and its stunning gardens.
  • Pick out a local cafe with a view of a canal and settle in for a cosy lunch - you're guaranteed a good coffee.
Journey
TRAIN
1hrs 57mins
Standard class
Photo by Rob Dammers/CC BY 2.0/Flickr

UtrechtMaastricht

Board the Intercity train to travel south to Maastricht. Sit back and soak up the changing views as the plains of central Holland gradually become less flat and you enter the more undulating Limburg region. The train passes through the town of 's-Hertogenbosch, where you could pause your journey to admire the impressive market square if you'd like to.
Stay
3 nights
Maastricht
Photo by ADITYA RAJ/CC BY 2.0/Flickr

Maastricht

The city of Maastricht and its surrounding province of Limburg have a unique character, distinct from the rest of the country. French, Spanish, Prussian, and Austrian powers each ruled the city at some point in history, and their influences are still seen today in the varied architecture, parks, and monuments.

Where you could stay3 nights

Alex Maastricht

Conveniently located just one minute from the train station, this relaxed hotel is on a pretty tree-lined street, with bright rooms and a cosy bar.

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Recommendations

  • Venture on two wheels into the hills and forests of Southern Limburg. A favourite among cyclists, Southern Limburg is home to a well-signposted cycle network, comprising of 2000 km of car-free paths through beautiful countryside.
  • Stroll through the pedestrianised streets around the iconic 13th century Sint Servaasbrug bridge. There are endless cafes, cool bars and alternative shops to enjoy.
  • Step back in time in the medieval ruins at Valkenburg Castle. The hilltop ruins and ajoining caves offer wonderful views over the surrounding area.
Journey
TRAIN
1hrs 56mins
Standard class

MaastrichtUtrecht

Board the Intercity train to travel north to Utrecht. Sit back and soak up the changing views as you travel out of Limburg into the flat plains of central Holland. The train stops in 's-Hertogenbosch, where you could pause your journey to wander around the impressive market square if you'd like to.
Journey
TRAIN
0hrs 39mins
Standard class

UtrechtApeldoorn

Head east on the direct train from Utrecht to Apeldoorn, you'll notice the change in landscape as you journey into Gelderland, which is ever so slightly more undulating than the rest of the country.
Stay
1 night
Apeldoorn
Photo by Frans Berkelaar/CC BY-ND 2.0/Flickr

Apeldoorn

On the edge of the Hoge Veluwe National Park, Appeldoorn is surrounded by an abundance of biodiversity and countryside. The historic centre is home to a collection of impressive buildings, including the striking Het Loo Palace, which 1686 to 1962 was the Royal family’s summer residence.

Where you could stay1 night

Zenzez Hotel & Lounge

This boutique hotel is set in a handsome art nouveau villa next to the beautiful Oranjepark. There are ten spacious rooms, a relaxed lounge and dining room and a pretty courtyard garden.

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Recommendations

  • Step back in time at the wonderfully regal Het Loo palace. The former royal palace is now a museum with an impressive art collection and perfectly symmetrical gardens.
  • Take a trip on the historic steam train to Dieren and back through dense forest and sweeping meadows. The return journey includes a stop at the Beekbergen museum which gives a fun and engaging insight into the history of the railway and its trains.
Journey
TRAIN
0hrs 39mins
Standard class

ApeldoornUtrecht

Journey
TRAIN
0hrs 37mins
Standard class

UtrechtRotterdam

Head south-west on the direct train to Rotterdam. Pause your journey in Gouda if you'd like to explore the famous town - we'll let you know where to leave your bags.
Journey
3hrs 32mins
Standard class
Photo by Rob Dammers/CC BY 2.0/Flickr

RotterdamLondon

Admire changing scenery as you travel on the Eurostar through Belgium and France before travelling under the English Channel to arrive in London.

Before you book

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