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Cycle Tour Frisian Eleven Cities
Cycling Tour Frisian Eleven Cities – Self-Guided Cycling Holiday Leeuwarden
Daily from April 1 to September 23
8 Days – 7 Nights
Total distance – 300km – 186 miles
The towns, large and small, each have their own charm and historical importance. Exploring them is a joy in itself.
Do you only need a bike in Friesland?
In the far north of the Netherlands, a vast, flat landscape is dotted with eleven historic towns connected by canals. Together, they form the legendary route of the Eleven Towns Tour, a celebrated ice-skating event held whenever the canals freeze solid. This 200-kilometre marathon is so deeply rooted in Dutch culture that, in warmer months, cyclists often follow the same path, pedaling past familiar landmarks with a sense of nostalgia. It’s a truly delightful route.
The Eleven Cities Route: Friesland’s Timeless Cycling Tradition
Every town, whether big or small, offers its own unique charm and rich history, inviting leisurely exploration. Linking them together are peaceful canals, lakes, nature reserves, and expansive meadows that provide calming, ever-changing scenery. Friesland is a province unlike any other in the Netherlands, with a distinct language and culture that become evident as you travel through it. Traditional farmhouses, historic churches, and welcoming cafés line the route, offering perfect pauses for rest and reflection. Local traditions remain strong, from regional cuisine to age-old customs, creating an authentic atmosphere that rewards curious travelers and makes each day of cycling both culturally enriching and quietly unforgettable for all ages.
For more than 100 years, sports enthusiasts have been riding the Eleven Cities Bicycle Tour on White Monday. The route along the Frisian Eleven Cities traditionally starts and finishes in Bolsward. Different categories of cyclists participate in the Eleven Cities Tour. Fast ‘race’-cyclists, sporty cyclists, and recreational cyclists. Friesland is the province for cyclists. Friesland was once again chosen as the best cycling region in the Netherlands! And this shouldn’t come as a surprise, with a wide cycling network, culinary cycling routes along the eleven cities.
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