Cycling route along dikes, villages and delta water on Goeree-Overflakkee
Experience the space and tranquility of the South Holland island of Goeree-Overflakkee.
Cycle along the Haringvliet, through quiet polders and villages overlooking water and land.
Explore the open landscape of Goeree-Overflakkee, with views of the Haringvliet, historic villages and quiet polder roads.
This varied bicycle route takes you across the eastern part of Goeree-Overflakkee. You cycle past vast fields, green dikes and glistening water, with beautiful views of the Haringvliet, the Volkerak and the polders of the island along the way.
Along the way you pass characteristic villages such as Achthuizen, Oude-Tonge and Stad aan 't Haringvliet, each with its own charm and history. Near Tiengemeten you have a view of the nature island from the dike, while on the south side you ride along the edge of the Volkerak, where peace and nature prevail.
The route runs mostly on quiet, well-traveled roads and is perfect for a relaxing bike ride through a typical South Holland landscape. The openness, vastness and the interplay between land and water make this tour a true experience.