Kromme Rijnpad between Utrecht and Wijk bij Duurstede
From unique flora and fauna to historic tales of the Roman Limes, the Dutch Water Line and picturesque castles and country estates – this varied walking trail has it all.
The Kromme Rijnpad is quite possibly the most beautiful trail in Utrecht. The varied route follows the course of the Kromme Rijn river and parts of an old tow path from Utrecht to Wijk bij Duurstede. Totalling 29 km in length, the route can also be split into smaller sections. Along the way, there's plenty to see and discover, with a great diversity of flora and fauna, orchards, stately country homes and parts of the Roman Limes and the New Dutch Waterline.
Sights on this route
3511 ZN Utrecht
Ledig Erf
Tolsteegbrug 33511 ZN Utrecht
Fortresses of the four Lunetten
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3524 SB Utrecht
Rijnauwen Fort
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3981 HS Bunnik
Kersenmuseum (cherry museum)
Landwinkel de KersenhutGroenewoudseweg 18
3945 BC Cothen
Duurstede Castle
Kasteel DuurstedeLangs de Wal 6
3961 AB Wijk bij Duurstede
Wijk bij Duurstede
Directions
3511 ZN Utrecht
The entire route is signposted with markers bearing a picture of a hiker, with underneath it the trail name Kromme Rijnpad and an arrow pointing in the right direction.
Wijk bij Duurstede