Go East, go military

(40.9 km)

Would you like to recharge in the countryside? There are plenty of options for this in Utrecht. Simply take your bicycle and enter the largest park in the province, the Utrechtse Heuvelrug National Park. Take in fabulous country estates and castles in stunning countryside and unknown places.

Five new bicycle routes connect the city and the National Park to ensure plenty of adventures. And the best thing is that you can start in the very heart of Utrecht. Routes can naturally also be taken the other way around, from the Heuvelrug to the city.

There is just so much more to explore – and taste – on the Utrechtse Heuvelrug. Escape the city bustle and explore cultural heritage and rich history in the countryside, just a 15-minute cycle away. Access the stunning countryside in no time at all and enjoy the fresh air and pure silence. Whether you prefer hillocks, wooded areas, heathland, sand drifts or riverscapes: the Utrechtse Heuvelrug National Park has it all. The extensive countryside is dotted with hundreds of castles, country estates, river meadows, culinary tastings, climbing courses, playgrounds and other adventures for you to recharge during your holiday and within cycling distance from your address.

Go East, go military
Cycling past the dunes and across runways to the Nationaal Militair Museum.
This route takes in the magical Soester Duinen dunes where you can retreat in the countryside and the special Park Vliegbasis Soesterberg, which is located next to the Nationaal Militair Museum where you can learn all about the Dutch armed forces.

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Sights on this route

Starting point:

TOP Park Vliegbasis Soesterberg, Verlengde Paltzerweg 1
3768 Soest

TOP Park Vliegbasis Soesterberg

TOP Park Vliegbasis Soesterberg is the ultimate starting point for all of the stunning bicycle routes and equestrian trails in the Park, as well as the immediate vicinity.

National Military Museum

The National Military Museum, also known as NMM, displays the history of the Netherlands and its armed forces in an impressive manner. This interactive museum brings past, present and future to life.

Brasserie Soesterduinen

Whether it’s spring, autumn, winter or summer, guests are always in for a good time at De Soester Duinen for a delicious lunch, high tea, Menu van de Markt or three-course meal.

Soesterduinen

De Paltz Estate

De Paltz is a beautiful country estate with almost one hundred acres of untouched nature. The walking route through the estate takes in impressive water features and a stately villa with a coach house and shepherd's cottage.

Soesterberg Park Air Base

Now a nature reserve, the former air base is a treasury of surprises you can explore on foot or by bike, and you can enjoy great views from the old runway.