Oud-Beijerland Harbour – View of the Binnenmaas loop from Oud-Beijerland

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Oud-Beijerland

Oud-Beijerland Harbour – View of the Binnenmaas loop from Oud-Beijerland

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Oud-Beijerland Harbour – View of the Binnenmaas loop from Oud-Beijerland

01:57

32.9km

50m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: November 4, 2026

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Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 20.1 km for 85 m

After 23.2 km for 77 m

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255 m

Oud-Beijerland Harbour

Highlight • Settlement

Surprisingly nice harbour in the middle of the city

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8.87 km

Mijnsheerenland is a village and former municipality on the island of Hoeksche Waard in the Dutch province of South Holland. It is situated on the shores of the Binnenbedijkte Maas (Binnenmaas lake), about 14 km south of the city of Rotterdam, in the municipality of Hoeksche Waard. It was the only village in the former Binnenmaas municipality that was not built next to a dike.

The main street in Mijnsheerenland is Raadhuislaan. This street used to be dominated by country houses, but in recent years many of these have been demolished and replaced by modern houses.

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15.7 km

Bench With a View of the Binnenmaas

Highlight • Viewpoint

Nice place to rest and eat your packed lunch.

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16.2 km

De Hoop Corn Mill Maasdam

Highlight • Monument

In the picturesque village of Maasdam, located in the municipality of Hoeksche Waard in South Holland, there is a beautiful piece of history in the form of Molen de Hoop. This historic windmill has towered over the landscape since 1830, a silent witness to the changing times.

Like a ground sailor, Molen de Hoop offers a fascinating spectacle, where the blades almost touch the ground and can be controlled from the earth. The mill originally had the noble task of grinding grain, an essential service at a time when mills were the beating heart of local agricultural businesses.

Over the years, Molen de Hoop has undergone several restorations to maintain its structural integrity and working condition. Each restoration was a loving ode to the historic mill culture of the Netherlands, a culture that has deep roots in the identity of the region.

Visitors lucky enough to visit this enchanting location will be treated to a journey back in time. They can explore the mill and possibly meet the miller who will talk passionately about the techniques and traditions associated with the mill. The serene tranquility of the village of Maasdam, combined with the majestic turning blades of Molen de Hoop, an enchanting tableau that evokes a deep appreciation for the simple, but vital traditions of yesteryear.

The story of Molen de Hoop is not only a story of a functional agricultural heirloom, but also an ode to the timeless tradition and craftsmanship that is the essence of Dutch mill culture. Every turn of the blades, every grain of grain that is milled, tells the story of a community deeply connected to its land and its history.

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