EuroVelo 19 Meuse Cycle Route

The first stop along EuroVelo 19 in the Netherlands is the lively university city of Maastricht. From there you then pass through the attractive dune landscape in northern Limburg to reach one of the Netherlands’ most charming cities: Den Bosch. No visit is complete without sampling a Bossche Bol (‘chocolate ball’). Further downstream is Dordrecht, a charming town with a rich history. From Dordrecht the route leads you via Hoek van Holland to the city of Rotterdam.

Between Dordrecht and Rotterdam you can chose to take a bus boat. It's an attractive way to travel and you can visit the famous mills of Kinderdijk. Kinderdijk is a UNESCO World Heritage site featuring of 19 authentic windmills dating from the 18th century, which played a crucial role in water management.

Public transport and bicycles in the Netherlands

The Netherlands has extensive and well-organized public transport. On the map you can see the bus and train stations along the route.

In the Netherlands, you can take your bike on the train on weekdays outside peak hours, at weekends, on holidays and in July/August. Tickets can be bought at NS self-service ticket machines available at train stations. For more information check: www.hollandcyclingroutes.com/practical/cycle-transport-and-repair