Schijndel, Liempde, Eerde

For cyclists with a love for history, we’ve got some special recommendations. Be sure to visit Joe and Anthony during your bike ride. In Nijnsel, you’ll find the beautiful Church of Saint Anthony of Padua with an idyllic park behind it. Here you’ll discover a niche with a special name: the green cathedral. Every year, an open-air mass is held here in honour of Saint Anthony of Padua, a special tradition that reflects the rich history of the region.

In the charming village of Eerde stands the impressive Saint Anthony Windmill, which was unfortunately damaged by the violence of war in the past. A little further on, in Best, the brave American paratrooper Joe Mann is honoured with his own monument and a nature theatre that bears his name.

Want to know more about the exceptional story of Joe Mann? Click on the afstapmomenten and discover what made this hero so special during his actions. Complete your bike ride with these historical gems!