Buren, Culemborg, Beusichem

The beautiful river area is a joy to cycle through anyway, but during this route you also cross the Lek and Neder-Rijn rivers. At junction 37, the Spes Futura ferry takes you from Rijswijk to Wijk bij Duurstede all year round. Between junctions 52 and 42, you can take the ferry across Lek from Schalkwijk to Culemborg. Furthermore, this route leads you through the attractive orchards of the Betuwe around picturesque Buren. In spring, enjoy the beautiful blossoms here and in summer and autumn you will find apples, pears, plums and cherries galore along the route. The historic buildings and the Museum Buren & Oranje also make a visit to Oranjestad Buren very worthwhile. After you've cycled off all the pounds, you'll probably have room for a pound of Betuwe fruit in your panniers.

Be sure to bring some cash for the ferries before cycling this cycle route and check sailing times in advance.