Cycling in and around Leiden
Discover the Leiden region by bike!
The Netherlands by bike
Cycling is one of the most common modes of transportation here in the Netherlands, and the Dutch people use their bikes for everything. Throughout the country, there are numerous bike paths designed to ensure that you can use your bike for your daily commute to work, as well as for sports and recreation. It's important to know the basics of cycling in the Netherlands, though, before you set off on your own journey. You can find out more on our cycling page!
Cycling Routes in the Leiden Region
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Silverroute Voorschoten
Silverroute Voorschoten
Hop on your bike and discover this pearl along the Vliet
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Mills&More route
Mills&More route
The ‘Mills & More’ cycle route takes you past no less than 20 windmills and other beautiful sights
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Farmer's Cheese Route
Farmer's Cheese Route
On this route you'll cycle through a rural area rich in water and nature, with a colourful collection of flowers along the verges.
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Trekvaart Route
Trekvaart Route
The Trekvaart route allows you to experience the historic waterways of Leiden and Oegstgeest.
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Weipoort & Vlietland
Weipoort & Vlietland
This cycling route near Voorschoten and Zoeterwoude takes you through some beautiful Dutch countryside, and all the way around Vlietland (a popular area for both recreational sports lovers and nature lovers) with views across the lake.
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Limes Matilo cycle route
Limes Matilo cycle route
This cycling route, through the Archeologisch Park Matilo, will take you back in time to the Roman Empire.
