Cycling In Amsterdam & Netherlands 2nd E - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0957661711 ISBN 13: 9780957661714

Publisher: EOS Cycling Holidays Ltd, 1800

Synopsis

There is no happier cyclist than a Dutch cyclist. This is not only because The Netherlands is mainly flat, but also because the Dutch enjoy the most extensive cycle network in the world. Amsterdam is famous for its cyclists and with this guidebook you'll cycle on those routes the locals love themselves. Whether you are a novice cyclist, want to give children a safe and fun cycling experience, want to do some serious mileage or want to embark on a study trip to experience the Dutch cycling infrastructure, this second and fully revised edition caters for all!With 1,064 kms (656 miles) of routes, this book can provide up to three weeks of cycling fun. Six circular day rides, all with various distance itineraries, explore Amsterdam and its direct surroundings. A circular touring route of 337 km (208 miles) provides a highlights route of Dutch landmarks. From Amsterdam, you'll explore the Dutch windmill reserves and tulip fields, the amazing coastal sand dune reserves, splendid inland waterway routes, unspoilt countryside, medieval towns like Gouda, Edam, Delft and great cities like The Hague, Utrecht and Haarlem. More routes heading north, east and south provide further route variety on what The Netherlands has on offer. Utrecht Ridge National Park, the River Rhine, the famous Delta Dams, the world's largest reclaimed island and even some real Dutch hills are all part of the pack!The routes in the book have full connectivity with all main Dutch ferry ports, Amsterdam Schiphol Airport and Amsterdam, The Hague and Utrecht Central railway stations. This allows you to start cycling straight away, whether you arrive by plane, ferry or train. 300 listed facilities include bike rentals, bike shops, B&Bs, hotels, hostels and campsites. This guidebook fits easily in a standard handlebar map holder, with maps and directions that make navigating easier than ever before

About this title

About the Author

"Cycling Dutchman" Eric van der Horst went on his first cycling holiday when he was 16. It took him over 15 years to explore the full extent of the Dutch cycle route network. The routes in this guidebook represent his personal local favorites. Eric also travelled the world by bike and cycled in many different countries. Today, he lives in England and works as a cycle route consultant, Bikeability instructor and author.

Review

"Excellent pannier-pocket guide" (BBC TV presenter and travel writer Nicholas Crane), "The cycling bible" (Rob Olijkan of Bikecity Rental in Amsterdam)

Edition details

• Publisher: EOS Cycling Holidays Ltd
• Publication date: 1800
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0957661711
• ISBN 13: 9780957661714
• Binding: Spiral-bound