Grebbeline Bike trail - long way
Explore the Grebbe Line from Amersfoort or Veenendaal with this Grebbe Line cycle route. Bike along the Utrechtse Heuvelrug and through the Gelderse Valley, and enjoy the tranquillity and the military heritage of the Grebbe Line.
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Sights on this route
Starting point
TOP De Schammer
Schammersteeg 2
3835 PT Amersfoort
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Asschatterkeerkade
The Asschatterkeerkade in Leusden is one of the oldest still existing elements of the Grebbelinie.
Asschatterkeerkade
The Asschatterkade dates from 1745, and is one of the longest trenches of the Grebbelinie, with its length of 2500 metres. The trench from 1799 lies east of Leusden, at the edge of the flood plain. But there are also elements from more recent history which can be found.
The nine visible military bunkers, for example, were built during the mobilisation between 1939-1940. There is also a unique concrete tank barrier from this time. During the May Days of 1940, the Germans attempted in vain to break through the defences.
Museum Bunker Leusden
The Grebbelinie is a military defence line which dates back to the second half of the 18th century. It was a water line, that for the most part was combined with a embankment. Here, the army cou...
The focus on the Grebbe Line
In Woudenberg (on the border with Scherpenzeel), a former farmstead right next to the Grebbe Line has been transformed into an exhibition on the Grebbe Line.
Renswoude Castle
The impressive castle of Renswoude should definitely not be missed! The leafy castle grounds and 'grand canal' invite the visitor to take a walk.
Camping De Grebbelinie
This campsite is open from 19 March through 31 October, and the bed and breakfast and holiday cottages are open all year. There are five bed and breakfast accommodations for 2-6 people at the location, and each apartment has a private entrance.
Treek-Henschoten Estate
This expansive area with forests, nature, agriculture and heather covers nearly 2200 hectares.
End point
TOP De Schammer
Schammersteef 2
3538 PT Amersfoort
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