5x The most beautiful blossom routes by bike
Nothing heralds spring like blossoms. Take a nice bike ride along all those blooming orchards - these are the 5 most beautiful routes in the Netherlands and just across the border in Belgium.
1. Along the Linge. Blossom route Betuwe
The Linge is blossom area number one. It is not without reason that the Betuwe is known for its fruit, in the spring you can fully enjoy flowering trees here. The Linge meanders beautifully through the landscape, from the dike you look out over orchards and farms. Drive the Linge blossom cycle route and get off at the Carolinge ferry in Arkel, where you will also find a tea shop.
2. Blossom in Buren
Also in the Betuwe: the town of Buren. You can discover this beautiful old town by Cherry tour Betuwe , where you can fully enjoy blossoms. When is the best time to hit the road? Most blossoms bloom in April and May, but weather is an important factor. Also, not all fruit trees bloom at the same time. On this site you will find the current blossom status around Buren!
3. Haarzuilens Estate
The Natural Monuments cycle route Haarzuilens Estate is a short route, but one with a lot of variety. You will discover the flowering orchards on the estate around Kasteel de Haar near Utrecht, the largest castle in the Netherlands. This medieval castle has a rich and extravagant history, so be sure to hop off and take a look around.
4. South Limburg fruit trees in bloom
In South Limburg you will still find authentic standard orchards. A beautiful sight when they are in bloom, the weathered rugged trunks contrast beautifully with the delicate blossoms. The Blossom Route South Limburg leads you along the most beautiful places. You also pass straight through Eijsden and Sint Geertruid, nice villages to enjoy a drink on a terrace.
5. Wonderful Haspengouw blossom route
Haspengouw is the fruit region in Belgium. In the spring you can fully enjoy the blossoms here, with pop-up terraces and picnics in the middle of the blooming orchards. The cycle route Fruity landscapes with spice leads past art, viewpoints and the monumental city of Sint-Truiden. You start at an appropriate place: the Stroopfabriek Fruit Experience Center in Borgloon.
Experience the convenience of an electric bicycle pump
Would you like to cycle one or more of these blossom routes? Then you will of course be well prepared. We therefore recommend taking an electric bicycle pump with you. This allows you to inflate your bicycle tire to the correct pressure effortlessly and in no time. View our collection electric bicycle pumps for more benefits.
We also have handy ones bicycle bags , to easily carry your pump. Are you a real cycling fanatic? Then also read our blog post what do you take with you on a cycling holiday? and create your own cycling route with Google Maps .
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