Between Lek and Linge cycle route

(49.0 km)

This loop takes you past the loveliest spots between the Lek and Linge rivers. Discover delightful historic cities with a character all their own, and soak up the lush, green tranquillity of the Zouweboezem nature area. Along the way, you'll see ancient farmsteads and charming spots to take a break.

Sights on this route

Starting point: Nationaal Glasmuseum Leerdam
Lingedijk 28
4142LD Leerdam
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National Glass Museum & Glass studio

Lingedijk 28
4142 LD Leerdam
National Glass Museum & Glass studio
2

TOP Leerdam

TOP Leerdam
Lingedijk 8
4142 LD Leerdam
TOP Leerdam
57
3

Windmill Ter Leede

Molen ter Leede
Provinciale weg 2
4142 LD Leerdam
Windmill Ter Leede
4

Tourist Information Point Leerdam

Kerkstraat 55
4141 AV Leerdam
Tourist Information Point Leerdam
5

Mouse Towers | Leerdam

Zuidwal
4141 BE Leerdam
Mouse Towers | Leerdam
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61
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Bonkmolen
Lakerveld 282
4128 LM Lexmond
7
Meerkerk
Meerkerk
62
8

The Zouweboezem nature reserve

Natuurgebied de Zouweboezem
Boezemweg
Lexmond
The Zouweboezem nature reserve
9

TOP Ameide

Lekdijk Loswal
4233CL Ameide
TOP Ameide
10
Dam 1
Ameide
20
48
11

TOP Lexmond

Nieuwe Rijksweg 6
4128 BN Lexmond
TOP Lexmond
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12

Vianen Castle “Op de Bol”

Burcht Vianen (kasteel Vyanen)
't wed 2
4132 CC Vianen
Vianen Castle “Op de Bol”
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Vianen Municipal Museum

Stedelijk Museum Vianen
Voorstraat 97
4132 AP Vianen
Vianen Municipal Museum
14

Large Pump/Vianen Town Pump

Stadspomp Vianen
Voorstraat 54
4132 AS Vianen
Large Pump/Vianen Town Pump
10
15

TOP Vianen, Ponthoeve

TOP Vianen - De Ponthoeve
Buitenstad 69
4132 AB Vianen
TOP Vianen, Ponthoeve
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Hagestein dam complex

Stuwcomplex Hagestein
Lekdijk 7
4124 KB Hagestein
Hagestein dam complex
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40
52
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Fort Everdingen

Fort Everdingen
Noodweg 2
4121 KK Everdingen
Fort Everdingen
44
18

Wiel van Bassa

Het Wiel van Bassa
Diefdijk
Wiel van Bassa
45
46
19
Diefdijk 26
4151 MK Acquoy
48
20

Glass studio

De Glasblazerij
Zuidwal
4141 BE Leerdam
Glass studio Glassblower makes a vase in the hotshop of the National Glasmuseum
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End point: Nationaal Glasmuseum Leerdam
Lingedijk 28
4142LD Leerdam
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Directions

Starting point: Nationaal Glasmuseum Leerdam
Lingedijk 28
4142LD Leerdam
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This route follows the cycle network junctions, identified by the white-and-green signs with two-digit numbers. Follow the numbers: 57 - 59 - 60 - 61 – 62 – 20 – 21 – 05 – 06 – 02 – 10 - 11 – 12 – 13 – 40 – 52 – 44 – 45 – 46 – 48 – 57.  

Route starting point
This route sets out from cycle junction 57 in Leerdam, passes through Meerkerk, Sluis, Lexmond, Vianen and Everdingen, and finally finishes back in Leerdam. You can also pick up the route from any of the other cycle junctions along the way.

Historic Ameide

At junction 20, take a short detour towards junction 64 to visit picturesque Ameide! Likely one of the oldest cities in the county of Holland, Ameide's long history makes it a treasure trove of historic buildings, including an old town hall.

Near junction 20: Rest and recharge in the Zouweboezem

In the Zouweboezem between junction 62 and 20 you'll find an oasis of peace and calm with wonderful flora and fauna. A natural gem still undiscovered by most tourists, the Zouweboezem's marshland is a haven and nesting ground for a wide array of birds, including the purple heron.

History comes alive in Vrijstad Vianen!

Boasting more than 190 national listed buildings, Vianen is a beautiful city whose history is visible everywhere you look. The old city centre of Vianen is still home to many of the medieval fortifications, such as the city moat, city walls and gate known as the Lekpoort. Having cycled up an appetite, grab a terrace table on the bustling Voorstraat to recharge before continuing your journey!

Grab an ice-cold beer at Fort Everdingen on weekends

Dating from 1847, this tower fort is part of the New Dutch Water Line, built to keep enemy armies from crossing the Lek river and dyke and breaching the defence line. These days, the fort is home to a beer brewery.

Wiel van Bassa

Cycling along the Diefdijk, you'll pass the largest wiel in the Netherlands, a type of lake formed by a dyke failure. This one formed in the 16th century following a breach of the Diefdijk, and now covers an area of 13 hectares.

Leerdam: Glass city of the Netherlands

The opening of a glassworks in the 18th century marked the birth of a large-scale glass industry in Leerdam. Today, you can still watch glassblowers practise their craft at Royal Leerdam Crystal and in the National Glass Museum's workshop. Leerdam also has various other museums worth visiting and offers beautiful boat cruises on the Linge. After your bike ride, there's no better spot to quench your thirst than on a riverside terrace!

De Ponthoeve pancake restaurant

(near route)

Enjoy the best pancakes served up with a view of the Lek.

Stedelijk Museum

(on route)

Take a break to visit the Stedelijk Museum and catch the latest exhibition.

De Bakplaats bakery

Grab a delectable creation by a Dutch TV Bake-Off finalist!

Lekker Simpel tea garden

Take a teatime-out along the Lek.

Middelbroeck ice cream shop

Stop along the way for delicious, farm-fresh ice cream.

De Beren restaurant

Rest and recharge on De Beren's Linge-side terrace.

National Glass Museum & Glassworks

Learn all about glass and watch the glassblowers at work.

Fort Everdingen

Grab an ice-cold beer at Fort Everdingen!

End point: Nationaal Glasmuseum Leerdam
Lingedijk 28
4142LD Leerdam
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