Beverwijk, Zaandam, Assendelft

While most cycle routes near Beverwijk focus on the dunes, we’re taking you on a special journey through one of the most beautiful polder landscapes in the Netherlands. The polders around Assendelft.

Bring your camera, because this route offers unforgettable views of the natural beauty in the area. The cycle path passes by two stunning windmills that add even more charm to the scenery. One of them is a paper mill that’s still in use today, producing paper mainly for artists and bookbinders. The other is a hulling mill where barley and pearl barley are still ground.

But it’s not just the mills that make this route so special. The landscape is full of water, which creates a breathtaking polder scene. The area is rich in natural beauty, with wide fields, green meadows and lovely nature reserves. You’ll spot all sorts of birds, including black-tailed godwits and redshanks, and if you’re lucky, you might even see a rare spoonbill.

You’ll also pass the music fort, a unique monument that once served as a defensive structure but now acts as a cultural meeting place. The fort is surrounded by lush green fields, perfect for a picnic or just relaxing for a while.

In short, this cycle route through the polders around Beverwijk, Zaandam and Assendelft is a special experience for nature lovers, culture fans and history buffs. So hop on your bike and explore the stunning landscape of this unique area.