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Cycling in North Holland
North Holland offers a 133 km mostly flat road ride from Amsterdam with minimal climbing and a mix of cycle paths and minor roads.
North Holland provides road cycling routes starting mainly from Amsterdam, featuring one route of 133 km length. This route stretches from Amsterdam to Breda with a total climb of only 10 m, reflecting the region's flat terrain.
Riding here is predominantly on cycle paths and quiet streets, with paved surfaces making up 73% of the route. The longest and climbing route is the Amsterdam to Breda ride, offering a flat but extensive ride primarily on cycle paths and minor roads.
What the riding is like
The terrain in North Holland is flat, with average gradient staying below 0.8% on the steepest 500 m and no sections exceeding 5% gradient. The typical route length is long at 133 km on the single available route. The surface is mostly paved with some unpaved sections and a notable presence of cycle paths (36%) and paths (17%). The biggest climb is minimal, with only 10 m elevation gain.
Cycling infrastructure
Cycle paths cover 46.4 km on the routes. Main roads without cycle lanes total 7.6 km, including 2.7 km of roads with speed limits of 80 km/h or more.
Best time to ride
The best months for riding in North Holland are May through September, supported by mild temperatures ranging from 17°C in May to 22°C in July and August.
Riding in North Holland in numbers
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- 133 km
- 133 km
- 10 m
Where to start in North Holland
Rides in North Holland
When to ride North Holland
Best months: May to Sep.
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