Cycling through Egmond: 3 beautiful cycling routes you don't want to miss

Egmond is one of the most beautiful places in North Holland for cycling. With wide dune paths, quiet polder roads, and charming villages, cycling in Egmond is perfect for both recreational cyclists and avid mile-eaters. Whether you want to take a short loop or a longer tour through the North Holland Dune Reserve — various beautiful cycling routes depart from Egmond aan Zee, Egmond aan den Hoef, and Egmond-Binnen.

Here are three cycling routes in Egmond that you should definitely try:

1. Cycling along the coast: Egmond aan Zee – Bergen aan Zee

Distance: approx. 18 km return
Difficulty level: comfortable
Route type: dunes and coast

This route is ideal if you want to cycle through the dunes of Egmond. You start on the boulevard of Egmond aan Zee and cycle north towards Bergen aan Zee via the beautiful North Holland Dune Reserve. Along the way, you ride on wide cycle paths through the dune landscape, with occasional views of the North Sea. In this area, you will regularly encounter rabbits, birds, and even Scottish Highland cattle.

Route: Start at the boulevard in Egmond aan Zee. Cycle north via the Voorstraat and turn left towards the dune path. Follow the signs to Bergen aan Zee via the Zeeweg. Halfway, you can climb the dune for a panoramic view of the sea. Afterwards, follow the coastal route back or take the Egmonderweg for the return journey.

Place of interest:
Not far from the route lies the Ruin Museum in Egmond aan den Hoef, where the remains of the medieval Slot op den Hoef can be seen.

Hospitality tip:
In Bergen aan Zee, you can enjoy a lovely break at Strandpaviljoen Noord or Soul Beach, both with a view of the sea.

2. Cycling through the polder: Egmond aan den Hoef – Heiloo

Distance: approx. 22 km return
Difficulty level: easy to medium
Route typepolder landscape

Do you want to discover a different side of the region? Then this route is perfect. From Egmond aan den Hoef, you cycle along quiet dike roads and rural cycle paths towards Heiloo. You ride through typical North Holland scenery with:

• green meadows
• locks and mills
• bulb fields (especially beautiful in spring)

Route: Depart from the center of Egmond aan den Hoef towards Hoeverweg. Turn right onto Westerweg and follow the polder route via Limmen to Heiloo. You cycle along narrow dike roads with wide views over the bulb fields. In Heiloo, follow the signs to the center. Cycle back via Kennemerstraatweg.

Place of interest
In Heiloo lies the historic Runxputte, a centuries-old pilgrimage site with a chapel surrounded by greenery.

Hospitality tip
In the center of Heiloo, Grand Café De Rustende Jager is a nice place for lunch or coffee before you cycle back to Egmond.

3. Bicycle route along the three Egmonds

Distance: approx. 14 km
Difficulty level: comfortable
Route type: villages and culture

This short but beautiful route introduces you to all three Egmonds:

• Egmond aan Zee
• Egmond aan den Hoef
• Egmond-Binnen

You cycle through quiet village streets, past historic buildings and green avenues.

Route: Start in Egmond aan Zee and cycle via the Egmonderstraatweg to Egmond aan den Hoef. Then follow the Abdijlaan towards Egmond-Binnen, where you will find the abbey at the end of a leafy lane. The three villages are located a short distance from each other and are easy to connect via quiet country lanes and cycle paths.

Place of interest
In Egmond-Binnen stands the famous Egmond Abbey, a Benedictine abbey with a history dating back to the 10th century. Here you can visit the abbey shop, where abbey beer and abbey cheese, among other things, are sold.

Practical tips for cycling in Egmond

🚲 Rent a bike in Egmond
In Egmond aan Zee, several bicycle rental companies can be found in the center.

🗺 Use the ANWB Cycling app
With this, you can easily follow cycling routes in Egmond and the dune area.

🌷 Best season for cycling
Spring and summer are popular because of the bulb fields and the beach, but the dunes are also beautiful in autumn.

Why cycling is so popular in Egmond: Egmond is located right next to the North Holland Dune Reserve, one of the most beautiful nature reserves in the Netherlands. Thanks to the well-maintained cycle paths, you can cycle here for hours through:

• dunes
• coastal landscape
• polders
• historic villages

Whether you are taking a short trip or a longer route towards Bergen, Castricum, or Schoorl — Egmond is a perfect base for cycling enthusiasts. Are you looking for the perfect rental bike to experience these routes? Then go to our rental bikes!