Go East, go to the great outdoors

(58.0 km)

Would you like to recharge in the countryside? There are plenty of options for this in Utrecht. Simply take your bicycle and enter the largest park in the province, the Utrechtse Heuvelrug National Park. Take in fabulous country estates and castles in stunning countryside and unknown places.

Five new bicycle routes connect the city and the National Park to ensure plenty of adventures. And the best thing is that you can start in the very heart of Utrecht. Routes can naturally also be taken the other way around, from the Heuvelrug to the city.

There is just so much more to explore – and taste – on the Utrechtse Heuvelrug. Escape the city bustle and explore cultural heritage and rich history in the countryside, just a 15-minute cycle away. Access the stunning countryside in no time at all and enjoy the fresh air and pure silence. Whether you prefer hillocks, wooded areas, heathland, sand drifts or riverscapes: the Utrechtse Heuvelrug National Park has it all. The extensive countryside is dotted with hundreds of castles, country estates, river meadows, culinary tastings, climbing courses, playgrounds and other adventures for you to recharge during your holiday and within cycling distance from your address.

Go East, go to the great outdoors
Explore the traces of the Heuvelrug.
This route through the Utrechtse Heuvelrug National Park comprises a huge collection of magnificent places of interest. Explore Kasteel Amerongen castle and Huis Doorn with stunning gardens and parks. In addition to these magnificent castles, the route takes in winding roads and picturesque villages, densely wooded areas and magnificent dunes and heathlands.

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Sights on this route

Starting point: TOP Bergse Bossen, Traaij 229
3971 GJ Driebergen-Rijsenburg

TOP Bergse Bossen

Hotel Bergse Bossen is centrally located in the Netherlands near the A12 and A27/A28 main arterial roads and surrounded by the countryside, quiet areas and space.

Sterkenburg Castle

This stylish outdoor venue is centrally located in the lovely Utrecht Heuvelrug countryside. Stroll through the beautiful gardens or view the stunning interior under the professional guidance of one of the residents.

Huis Doorn

In Huis Doorn, the history of the Netherlands during World War I is brought to life. Learn about the life and possessions of the German Emperor Wilhelm II who lived here until 1941.

Parc Broekhuizen

Hidden among the beauties of the Heuvelrug, Parc Broekhuizen is an imposing estate with very prestigious buildings. While the estate is hundreds of years old, the design is modern, with respect for the history and with some surprising elements.

Landgoed Zuylestein

The main entrance of the Zuylestein country estate, which dates from the fourteenth century, is located on the Leersum-Amerongen border by the Utrecht-Arnhem secondary road (N225).

Amerongen Castle

The history of Amerongen Castle dates back to the year 1286. After that, the castle has been the stage of turbulent blue-blooded characters for many centuries.

Restaurant-Chalet Klein Zwitserland

Klein Zwitserland is an attractive location around the Driebergen wooded areas which is suitable for children. Klein Zwitserland has become a household word in Driebergen area for nature lovers, hikers and cyclists.