Winding Path Through the Forest – Kootwijkerzand loop from Boeschoterbos

Netherlands

Gelderland

Barneveld

Winding Path Through the Forest – Kootwijkerzand loop from Boeschoterbos

Moderate

4.0

(2)

riders

Winding Path Through the Forest – Kootwijkerzand loop from Boeschoterbos

03:01

42.7km

70m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 9, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 39.9 km for 833 m

Dismount required: • sunset-sunrise (otherwise open)

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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7.35 km

Houtbeekweg near Stoe

Highlight • Viewpoint

nice view over the heath at Stoe

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8.32 km

Gravel Path Through the Veluwe Heath

Highlight • Trail

Crispy hardpack gravel stroke! Doable on gravelbike but also easy with roadbike

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10.7 km

Winding Path Through the Forest

Highlight (Segment) • Forest

Watch out for hikers!

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13.3 km

Winding Road Through the Forests of Veluwe

Highlight • Cycleway

What a beautiful piece of asphalt !!! Not busy. Surrounded by nature.

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21.3 km

The Kootwijkerzand is a unique nature reserve. With approximately 700 hectares, it is the largest drifting sand area in Western Europe. Characteristic of this area are the irregularly shaped pine trees that alternate between the sand and form hills.

The sandy plain not only looks like a mini Sahara: the temperatures are also comparable. The temperature can rise to 60 degrees Celsius, while the night temperature can also drop below 0 degrees in summer.

Be sure to stop at the lookout tower to view this impressive area from above. On a clear day you can see Radio Kootwijk in the distance.

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25.5 km

Kootwijk village centre and church

Highlight • Settlement

The village of Kootwijk has only 275 inhabitants, but is definitely worth a stop. The picnic benches in front of the church invite you to take a rest. Fancy a cup of coffee or lunch? Then visit the cozy Gasterij 't Hillletje.

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26.7 km

Forest Path Between Stroese Heide and Railway Crossing

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

A nice meandering path through the forest. This will either take you to the Stroese Heide or the railroad crossing. A great alternative to the "boring" bike path.

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