Arnhem, Deelen

Discover the rich history of Arnhem, because this city holds countless unique stories. During this cycling route you will pass several sights that each tell a fascinating piece of Arnhem’s history.

You begin your cycling trip at the Open Air Museum in Arnhem, where you gain insight into crafts as they were practised in the past. You might even want to try one yourself. As you cycle through the green surroundings of Arnhem, you gradually get closer to the lively city centre. A little further on you discover the Water Museum, located along the Jansbeek. This stream once marked the beginning of Arnhem. The museum is housed in the Begijnenmolen, one of the oldest buildings in the city. Besides its function as a water mill, the building also served as a monastery complex. You can discover the details of this history at the museum.

Cycling past a train station may not seem remarkable, but the station building of Arnhem Central is an impressive structure both inside and out. Admire the imposing exterior and lose yourself in the beautiful interior. Continue your cycling trip past the old recreation area Thialf, towards the rural surroundings of Arnhem. Here you can even make a stop at the former air base that was heavily used during the Second World War. Discover the fascinating history of the aircraft and wartime events.

This route offers the best of two worlds: you explore the lively city of Arnhem and the lush countryside. The fascinating sights along the way complete your cycling trip.