Cycle route Dwingeloo VAM-mountain
(70 km)
This cycle route starts in Dwingeloo and takes you to Ruinen, Echten, Pesse, Wijster, over the VAM mountain to Beilen and then back to Dwingeloo. The route has a length of 70 kilometres.
Parking
You can park at Tourist info Dwingeloo Brink 4 b 7991 CG Dwingeloo.
Signposting
The route is not signposted. You can download it via the 'Download' button at the top. Note: the route is therefore not very detailed.
Food & drink
Would you like to have something to eat or drink during this cycle tour? You can do so at various catering establishments in, for example, Dwingeloo, Ruinen or Wijster.
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Tourist Info Point Dwingeloo
Tourist Info Point Dwingeloo
Discover the region at Tourist Info Point Dwingeloo.
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Schultehuis
Schultehuis
"Schultehuis": a plastered brick building with straight gable end, this was the official residence of the Dwingelder Schulte until the French era. The Schulte was the local administrator-...
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Dwingeloo Star Studio
Dwingeloo Star Studio
Sleeping under the stars Do you want to get away from it all? Would you like to spend the night in a special location? In the star studios of the Star of Dwingeloo, you can enjoy the majestic starry sky from your luxurious four-poster bed. A unique experience!
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Havezate Oldengaerde
Havezate Oldengaerde
The Oldengaerde estate consists of a house, gardens and even a forest, which are listed buildings. The entire house and gardens were designated a national monument in 2004....
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Cottage in Ruinen
Cottage in Ruinen
The bungalow is located on the small-scale bungalow park Lanka between the villages Ruinen and Pesse in the beautiful province of Drenthe. The park lies on the edge of the Dwingelder...
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Stroebarg
Stroebarg
De Stroebarg is located on the border of Drenthe and Overijssel in a wooded area. Near the forestry Ruinen/Dwingeloo. The holiday home is suitable for one or more families. It is the ideal home for a family/friends getaway.
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Boerenveen lakes
Boerenveen lakes
The wet heathland area, located north of Hoogeveen, covers 147 hectares and is characterised by numerous wet, peaty lowlands, fen complexes and peat pits. In it, rare species thrive...
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Monument Black Saturday
Monument Black Saturday
Saturday 5 August 1944 has gone down in history as a Black Saturday for Hoogeveen and the surrounding area and the Dutch Railways. Until 5 August, the NS recorded the shelling of 247 locom...
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VAM mountain (Col du VAM)
VAM mountain (Col du VAM)
Would you also like to test your climbing skills? Then Drenthe is the place to be these days. The VAM-Berg is a climbing Walhalla for every sporty cyclist. In addition, there are also two...
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Information centre De Blinkerd
Information centre De Blinkerd
Het Drentse Landschap's information centre De Blinkerd is located on the highest spot in Drenthe.
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Zuidmaten - Old deep
Zuidmaten - Old deep
Zuidmaten lies at the foot of the VAM mountain. At 56 metres above sea level, this dump is the highest mountain in Drenthe. On top of this mountain, together with current waste processor Essent-Milieu, a...
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Meistershof estate
Meistershof estate
At Landgoed Meistershof, you can enjoy the beautiful nature with your motorhome or caravan. At Landgoed Meistershof, all facilities are available for an unprecedented stay. From heated sanitary facilities to waste water, everything has been thought of.
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Country cottage LEDA
Country cottage LEDA
Country cottage LEDA is a detached family house on the edge of National Park Dwingelderveld. The house is neatly and completely furnished and suitable for 6 persons. Here you will experience the peace and...
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Tourist Info Point Dwingeloo
Tourist Info Point Dwingeloo
Discover the region at Tourist Info Point Dwingeloo.
Description
Tourist Info Point Dwingeloo
Discover the region at Tourist Info Point Dwingeloo.
Additional info
National Park Dwingelderveld
- You start from the pretty village of Dwingeloo, then continue cycling along the edge of National Park the Dwingelderveld. The Dwingelderveld is a special piece of nature. It is the largest interconnected wet heathland area in Western Europe. A landscape with heathland, woods and fens, with plenty of room for plants and animals. No fewer than two sheep herds walk here. Who knows, you might spot them!
Brinkdorpen
- Dwingeloo and Ruinen are beautiful village greens. The brink used to be a gathering place for cattle. The animals were then taken to the surrounding meadows to graze. Nowadays, restaurants and terraces can be found on and around the village green. A cup of coffee or lunch and on you go!
VAM mountain (Col du Vam)
- This route leads you over the VAM mountain. Want to test your climbing skills? You can do so here! VAM Mountain, also called De Col du VAM, is about 48 metres high. After the climb, you will have a beautiful view of the surroundings.
Tourist Info Point Dwingeloo
Discover the region at Tourist Info Point Dwingeloo.