Cycling in and to Friesland
You see more when you travel by bike. In Friesland you’ll find no less than 2,750 kilometres of cycling paths. Through forests, heathlands, dunes and along the sea dike on the Wadden coast — from picturesque villages to historic towns, across waterways on small ferries, onto islands and right through nature reserves. Friesland is the province for cyclists. Even more so: we’ve been voted the best cycling province in the Netherlands three years in a row.
With our extensive cycling network, culinary routes along the eleven cities and excellent infrastructure for e-bikes, Friesland is the perfect destination for every cyclist.
Own bike or rental bike
Do you already have a good bike? Then of course you can bring it along. If that’s not an option, you can easily rent one anywhere in the province — from city bikes to mountain bikes, from e-bikes to tandems.
Cycling routes
As the ultimate cycling province, Friesland naturally offers a wide variety of cycling routes. Whether you’re after a short ride or planning a longer tour, anything is possible here. With well-maintained paths and clear signposting, you’ll enjoy stunning landscapes. Ride along the water, take a small ferry, and treat yourself to local delicacies like Oranjekoek.
Already feeling inspired? Then take a look at the different cycling routes right away.
Discover all cycling routes
Cycling holidays
Cycling holidays are becoming increasingly popular and it’s no wonder when you realise how much you can see from your bike. You have time to take in the most beautiful places at your own pace. During a cycling holiday, you can follow several routes in different stages. Discover charming villages or Frisian towns and stay overnight in cosy B&Bs for the ultimate experience.
Cycling holidays in Friesland
Cycling on the Wadden Islands
If there’s one place where people cycle a lot, it’s on the Wadden Islands. And with good reason — cycling here is pure joy: to the beach, along the sea and through the forest. You’ll arrive by boat, and most visitors leave their cars on the mainland. On Vlieland and Schiermonnikoog, cars aren’t allowed at all, so bikes rule the road.
On all islands, you can rent bikes of every size and type: for women, men and children, with or without child seats, with or without gears, electric or not, mountain bikes for off-road routes, tandems — even electric cargo bikes are available.
Wadden routes
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