Amsterdam Bike Ride 2025

Saturday 26 Jul 2025 - Sunday 03 Aug 2025Harwich Ferry Terminal390km (250 miles)
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Cycling in Holland is a delight - where the bike comes first! A great trip for all-comers who want to get on a bike and enjoy Holland

Following the traffic-free cycle paths and quiet roads that criss-cross the country, this hostel-based cycling holiday will introduce you to the lesser-known landscapes of the Netherlands as we ride alongside tree-lined canals and atop dykes, exploring the pretty villages and natural beauty of the Dutch countryside.

Visiting the beaches, castles, historic cities and nature reserves of this cyclists' paradise, you'll experience the pleasure and relaxation that comes with a holiday in a country where the cyclist is king...and queen.

Travelling on Saturday 27th July, the overnight ferry crossing onboard Stena Line's 'Superferry', Hollandia, offers comfortable cabins, two restaurants, two bars and a cinema - a great onboard experience meaning you're fresh for the start of this great cycling holiday. Following routes through picturesque and varied countryside, you'll be welcomed with typically warm Dutch hospitality at the beautiful, clean and friendly hostels. The crew will welcome you in each day, look after your luggage, repair bikes, give information and advice and a lift if you need it!

PLEASE NOTE: ACCOMMODATION IS IN SHARED SINGLE GENDER EN-SUITE HOSTEL ROOMS, TYPICALLY WITH 4 OR 6 BEDS. Groups of friends may share a mixed room, and the Amsterdam hotel has some 2-bed rooms (subject to availability).

All levels of fitness are welcome, it's good to be able to cycle up to 40 miles in one day but you have all day to do it and the trains take bikes, so the longer days can be shortened. The country is also very flat! So you can cycle fast or take your time amd pleasantly dawdle and visit towns or have a dip in the sea...Minimum age 13.

If you have any queries about this holiday, please get in touch using the 'Contact' link at the head of the page or feel free to call us on 0117 422 1472

"I wanted to say thank you to all the organising crew for a fantastic holiday! Weather was great, cycling and scenery was superb and there was a great sense of bonhomie & good feeling amongst the cyclists. I'll definitely recommend your events & tours to my friends" A. C.

"I just arrived back from the Amsterdam bike ride and it was a really excellent experience. The group was super- friendly, the weather was sunny, and the organisers were really helpful." Richard, Oxford Bike Works

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Ride Details

Basic Trip Cost

795.00

Includes

Ferry Crossings (inc berth in cabin & breakfast on outward journey)
Hostel Accommodation (shared rooms, usually 4 or 6 berth ensuite)
Breakfast & Dinner
All luggage transfers
GPX route and maps
Courier, Cycle Mechanic

Start

Harwich Ferry Terminal
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Finish

Harwich Ferry Terminal
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Distance

390km (250 miles)

Challenge Rating

Start Times

Local Info

Stayokay hostels info
www.holland.com
www.iamsterdam.com

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Route Details

Sat 26 July: Overnight sailing from Harwich to Hoek van Holland.

Sun 27 July: Off to an early start, we'll cycle north through the coastal National Dunes Reservation and, following a suggested lunch stop at the low-key Zandvoort beach resort and a visit to historic Haarlem en route, we overnight at the impressive Assumberg Castle hostel at Heemskerk. (60 miles approx - optional train shortcut)

Monday 28th July: Choose either a shorter (20km) or longer (via Edam and the Vollendam to Marken Ferry) route to Amsterdam.

Tuesday 29th July: Day off to try out the restaurants and enjoy the delights of bustling Amsterdam or join in an optional circular ride in Waterland.

Wedneday 30th July: Following the Ijselmeer, we head east through an 'inland dunescape' to the rural Soest hostel.

Thursday 31st July: Turning back east, we'll head to the exciting university city of Utrecht and stay at the nearby (and delightful) Bunnik hostel, set in beautiful parkland.

Friday 1st August: Riding south through the 'Green Heart' of the Netherlands, we cross the watery landscapes of the rivers Linge, Lek and Merwede to stay in the Dordrecht hostel, nestled in the heart of the Biesbosch National Park.

Saturday 2nd August: Our final day tracks the River Maas on the way back to the Hoek for the return overnight ferry. (Optional boat from Dordrecht to Rotterdam to shorten the journey and a visit to Delft?)

Sunday 3rd August: Arrive back in Harwich 06:30

Other Info

Please click here for our holiday terms and conditions
Bike Events 0117 422 1472

Ride Gradings

Suitable for anyone who enjoys a reasonably active life. The pace is gentle and the terrain flat to undulating. Distances no more than 30 miles (50km).

Suitable for those with slightly more cycling experience. the terrain can be a little hillier than grade 1.5 and distances up to 45 miles (70km).

For the regular and reasonably fit cyclist. The terrain may include some challenging hills and distances up to 75 miles (110km).

These routes require a good level of fitness and stamina and feature challenging inclines and/or a longer time in the saddle. Distances can be up to 100 miles (160km).

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Getting here by car

Take A120 to Harwich then follow signs for Harwich International Port and railway station then for the Car Ferry (luggage drop off with Bike Events' support vehicle).

Long term parking available at Harwich International Railway Station (£8.60 per 24hrs) and local car parks - visit Justpark.com

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Getting here by train

Trains from London Liverpool St, London to Harwich Ferry Terminal
National Rail enquiries 03457 48 49 50
www.nationalrail.co.uk

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