Cycling in Alkmaar
Alkmaar is surrounded by polders, nature, dunes and the beach. No wonder the city is the starting point for so many beautiful cycling routes. The routes lead you along the many cycle junctions in the Alkmaar area. From a short ride to the sea to a trip through the green countryside of the Land van Leeghwater. Many cycling routes are available at the Alkmaar Store / VVV. Enjoy your ride!
Zee, Kunst & Cultuur (the sea, art & culture)
Get on your bike and discover the gems of Alkmaar, Bergen, Egmond and Heiloo. It’s a journey of 43 km through both small and large discoveries, from past and present. From the historic city centre of Alkmaar to a beautiful artists' village on the coast. From a monastery to a castle ruin and a beautiful museum.
Leeghwaterroute
You’ll experience the beauty and grandeur of De Schermer and the World Heritage De Beemster. On this 47-kilometre journey, you’ll pass by the World Heritage Site “De Stelling van Amsterdam”, visit the birth village of Jan Leeghwater (De Rijp), the windmills and many traditional farmhouses.
Haring en Henneproute
The 24-kilometre-long Haring and Hemp cycling route takes you past all the historic sights of the former Schermer Island. It tells about the “fight against the water”, the rich maritime history and the draining of the surrounding inland seas, Beemster and Schermer.
Bollen en Duinroute
Cycle route past bulbs, forests and dunes
This 40-kilometre cycling route goes through bulb country and the natural dune area between Egmond and Castricum. Here, in the bulb season (April / May), you’ll cycle along a colourful patchwork of bulb fields, but even in the other months this route is more than worth it. Along the way, you will pass Castricum past the archaeological centre Huis van Hilde, the Adelbertusakker van Egmond Binnen and the ruins of the counts of Egmont -- worth getting off your bike for!
Brede Duinenroute
Cycling along the sea and through woods, dunes and polder
This 35-kilometre cycling route goes through the beautiful dune and forest area of the Schoorlse Duinen to the Hondsbossche Zeewering and through the green pasture area between Bergen and Alkmaar. An area to clear your head and enjoy all the beautiful things. Inhale the salty sea air. Along the way you’ll pass beautiful architecture, art and wonderful nature.
Pontjesroute
around the Alkmaardermeer and Uitgeestermeer
You’ll cycle 41 kilometres along the whipping waters of the only large lake that was not drained during the Golden Age. Along the way, you’ll pass five ferries, and with two of the ferries you go across yourself by turning a winch. In the wetter peat land, the many meadow birds make themselves heard, loudly, and from the rink dykes you can look down onto the low-lying polder. There are small museums and restaurants in the picturesque villages.
Westfriese Omgringdijkroute
Fancy an extra-long route? The West Frisian Omgringdijk route is 142 kilometres long. You can also split the route up over several days. And then spend the night in Alkmaar, for example.
The route goes along the IJsselmeer and Markermeer, and through various cities and villages. Along the way there are plenty of sights that you can stop to see.
Mountain biking in the Alkmaar region
Do you find regular cycling a bit too tame and are you looking for more thrill and speed? Then hop on a mountain bike and explore the Alkmaar region. Nearby you’ll find several routes ranging from 2 to 15 kilometres.
Bicycle parking in Alkmaar
Planning to visit Alkmaar’s lively city centre by bike? Here you’ll find the best spots to park your bicycle safely and easily in the heart of the city.
