Cycle route through a special piece of nature in Drenthe
Hoogeveen, Hees, Gijsselte
At the beginning of the route, you'll grab a small piece of Hoogeveen, a charming town that has maintained its own unique character over the centuries. Stroll through the narrow cobblestone streets, admire the historic architecture and sample the local delicacies you encounter along the way. Hoogeveen has a rich history and warm hospitality that you are sure to appreciate. Afterwards, you will cycle towards the greenery: Dwingelderveld, a true oasis of natural beauty and tranquility. This vast nature reserve is the largest wet moorland in Western Europe and is home to a wealth of biodiversity. As you cycle through the lush landscapes, you can immerse yourself in the beautiful flora and fauna around you. Cycle past the Schaapskooi and Bezoekerscentrum Dwingelderveld, a must-see for anyone who loves nature and culture. The Schaapskooi is a traditional flock of sheep grazing on the vast heathlands. The Visitor Center offers fascinating insights into the history, ecology and conservation of the Dwingelderveld. Here you can learn more about the efforts being made to protect and preserve this precious ecosystem for future generations. All in all, this cycle route offers you a full day out filled with unique experiences and unforgettable moments.
| Directions | Distance | Total distance | |
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Start: Echtenseweg 13, 7909 HV Hoogeveen | 46.9 KM | |
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From
29
to
63
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3463 M | 3.5 KM | |
| Head northwest on Echtenseweg | 10 M | ||
| Turn right to stay on Echtenseweg | 286 M | ||
| Turn right to stay on Echtenseweg | 698 M | ||
| Turn left onto Koedijk | 1.5 KM | ||
| Turn right onto Zuidwoldigerweg | 1 KM | ||
| You are now at section 63 | 0 M | ||
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From
63
to
12
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4644 M | 4.6 KM | |
| Head east on Noorderweg | 975 M | ||
| Turn right to stay on Noorderweg | 1.2 KM | ||
| Turn left onto het Oosterveld | 334 M | ||
| Turn right to stay on het Oosterveld | 2.2 KM | ||
| You are now at section 12 | 0 M | ||
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From
12
to
35
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1029 M | 1 KM | |
| Head north | 64 M | ||
| Turn right onto Alteveer | 23 M | ||
| Make a slight left to stay on Alteveer | 389 M | ||
| Keep right onto Alteveer | 208 M | ||
| Continue straight | 345 M | ||
| You are now at section 35 | 0 M | ||
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From
35
to
33
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2132 M | 2.1 KM | |
| Head north | 22 M | ||
| Turn left | 19 M | ||
| Turn left | 20 M | ||
| Turn left | 583 M | ||
| Turn right | 14 M | ||
| Turn left onto Zuiderweg | 398 M | ||
| Make a slight right | 45 M | ||
| Turn left | 27 M | ||
| Turn left | 16 M | ||
| Turn right | 230 M | ||
| Continue onto van Limburg Stirumstraat | 387 M | ||
| Make a slight right | 35 M | ||
| Make a slight right onto Prinses Beatrixstraat | 229 M | ||
| Turn right onto Raadhuisplein | 40 M | ||
| Continue onto Raadhuisstraat | 67 M | ||
| You are now at section 33 | 0 M | ||
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From
33
to
36
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3624 M | 3.6 KM | |
| Head east on Grote Kerkstraat | 228 M | ||
| Turn right to stay on Grote Kerkstraat | 657 M | ||
| Make a slight right | 25 M | ||
| Turn left | 34 M | ||
| Turn left | 32 M | ||
| Turn left | 384 M | ||
| Turn left | 20 M | ||
| Turn right | 182 M | ||
| Turn right onto Industrieweg | 263 M | ||
| Turn left onto Marconistraat | 80 M | ||
| Turn right onto Pesserdijk | 1.7 KM | ||
| You are now at section 36 | 0 M | ||
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From
36
to
39
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1833 M | 1.8 KM | |
| Head northwest on Brandligtsdijk | 1.3 KM | ||
| Turn right onto Hoofdweg | 513 M | ||
| You are now at section 39 | 0 M | ||
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From
39
to
20
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3714 M | 3.7 KM | |
| Head northwest on Secteweg | 993 M | ||
| Turn left onto Kerkweg | 1.6 KM | ||
| Turn right onto Oostering | 1.1 KM | ||
| You are now at section 20 | 0 M | ||
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From
20
to
9
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1393 M | 1.4 KM | |
| Head west on Oostering | 567 M | ||
| Turn right onto Kampiepensweg | 73 M | ||
| Turn left onto De Marke | 445 M | ||
| Turn right onto Veldbrake | 80 M | ||
| Turn left onto De Hoorns | 228 M | ||
| You are now at section 09 | 0 M | ||
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From
9
to
8
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530 M | 0.5 KM | |
| Head north on Dorpsstraat | 530 M | ||
| You are now at section 08 | 0 M | ||
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From
8
to
58
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1596 M | 1.6 KM | |
| Head west on Eursinge | 120 M | ||
| Turn right to stay on Eursinge | 122 M | ||
| Turn right onto Kraloërweg | 1.4 KM | ||
| You are now at section 58 | 0 M | ||
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From
58
to
32
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821 M | 0.8 KM | |
| Head north on Kraloërweg | 821 M | ||
| You are now at section 32 | 0 M | ||
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From
32
to
83
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3303 M | 3.3 KM | |
| Head north on Kraloërweg | 318 M | ||
| Make a slight left onto Achter 't Zaand | 23 M | ||
| Make a slight left | 3 KM | ||
| You are now at section 83 | 0 M | ||
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From
83
to
57
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3695 M | 3.7 KM | |
| Head west | 160 M | ||
| Turn left | 3.5 KM | ||
| Make a slight right onto Benderse | 17 M | ||
| You are now at section 57 | 0 M | ||
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From
57
to
54
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2322 M | 2.3 KM | |
| Head southwest on Benderse | 517 M | ||
| Continue straight | 910 M | ||
| Turn left onto Molenpad | 567 M | ||
| Continue onto Engeland | 328 M | ||
| You are now at section 54 | 0 M | ||
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From
54
to
53
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909 M | 0.9 KM | |
| Head southwest on Engeland | 301 M | ||
| Turn left onto Kroezenlot | 262 M | ||
| Turn right onto Kloosterpad | 206 M | ||
| Turn right to stay on Kloosterpad | 9 M | ||
| Make a slight left onto Kloosterstraat | 87 M | ||
| Make a slight left onto Brink | 44 M | ||
| You are now at section 53 | 0 M | ||
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From
53
to
85
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1977 M | 2 KM | |
| Head south on Brink | 131 M | ||
| Turn right onto Meester Harm Smeengestraat; Mr. Harm Smeengestraat | 323 M | ||
| Turn left onto Esweg | 340 M | ||
| Continue onto Rietepad | 1.2 KM | ||
| You are now at section 85 | 0 M | ||
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From
85
to
76
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496 M | 0.5 KM | |
| Head northeast on Hees | 487 M | ||
| Continue straight | 9 M | ||
| You are now at section 76 | 0 M | ||
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From
76
to
41
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1772 M | 1.8 KM | |
| Head north on Echtenseweg | 648 M | ||
| Turn right onto Gijsselterweg | 1.1 KM | ||
| You are now at section 41 | 0 M | ||
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From
41
to
91
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1184 M | 1.2 KM | |
| Head east on Gijsselterweg | 1.2 KM | ||
| You are now at section 91 | 0 M | ||
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From
91
to
77
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3107 M | 3.1 KM | |
| Head south on 't Woldenpad | 2.4 KM | ||
| Make a slight right | 116 M | ||
| Turn left onto 't Woldenpad | 587 M | ||
| You are now at section 77 | 0 M | ||
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From
77
to
78
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1574 M | 1.6 KM | |
| Head southeast on Ruinerweg | 1.6 KM | ||
| You are now at section 78 | 0 M | ||
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From
78
to
75
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676 M | 0.7 KM | |
| Head southeast on Ruinerweg | 676 M | ||
| You are now at section 75 | 0 M | ||
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From
75
to
29
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708 M | 0.7 KM | |
| Head south on Zuidwolderweg | 708 M | ||
| You are now at section 29 | 0 M | ||
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From
29
to
29
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403 M | 0.4 KM | |
| Head southeast on Zuidwolderweg | 403 M | ||
| You are now at section 29 | 0 M |