Pull out: 8 challenging mountain bike routes on the Veluwe

Mountain bike routes on the Veluwe

If you are looking for a beautiful piece of nature within the Netherlands, you quickly end up at the Veluwe. One of the greenest areas in the Netherlands that lends itself perfectly to a day of mountain biking. Thanks to the height differences in the Veluwe, avid outdoor sports enthusiasts can't stop enjoying a beautiful mountain bike ride. Great for a day of exertion, but also perfect to combine with a holiday in the Veluwe. Experience for yourself how well the Veluwe lends itself to a mountain bike tour? Then it's time to head out with the mountain bike routes on the Veluwe below.

Route 1 - Mountain bike route Veluwezoom

Are you a real adventurer and not afraid of a tough 45-kilometre tour? Then the mountain bike route National Park Veluwezoom is more than suitable. This route is best described as challenging and full of variety. The route can rightly count itself as one of the most beautiful in the Netherlands. Here, you mountain bike through a varied landscape full of sand drifts, rolling hills and fields of heather. You will never experience the silence combined with beautiful natural views as intensely as during this route.

Route 2 - South Veluwe mountain bike route

The landscape of Zuid-Veluwe never ceases to amaze! No wonder that many a mountain bike enthusiast loves to explore this area. Here you cycle through all the beautiful forest areas of Ede. With almost 2,500 hectares of forest, you are guaranteed an optimal nature experience. As icing on the cake, you will be treated to stunning views of De Ginkelse Hei, the centrepiece of the tour. Be surprised by everything you encounter along the way. With a bit of luck, you will also spot wild animals.

Route 3 - Mountain bike route Kroondomeinen Nunspeet-Hoog Soeren

With over 62 kilometres on the counter, the mountain bike route through Kroondomeinen Nunspeet-Hoog Soeren gets you ready for an intensive afternoon of cycling. In exchange for your efforts, you will see nothing but varied landscapes that are a true feast for the eyes during this route. Experience is desirable on this route. Spicy climbs and steep descents determine the character of the route here. Highly recommended!

Route 4 - Ermelo mountain bike route

Would you like to see the best of the Veluwe region? Then the mountain bike route through Ermelo is more than suitable for you. Ermelosche Heide, the Speulder en Sprielderbos: this is just a selection of all the beauty you will encounter on this route. Not a single stretch on this route is the same, making it anything but boring. After the 25-kilometre trip, you can relax and reminisce about everything you have admired along the way.

Route 5 - Mountain bike route Zandenwoud

Want to go mountain biking in the Beekbergen area? Then the route Zandenwoud is the perfect option. The route takes you past all the special places near Apeldoorn and introduces you to the typical character of the Veluwe: forest, heath and various types of animals that set the scene on the route. In over 50 kilometres, you will cycle through the heart of the Veluwe. In short: highly recommended for those who enjoy nature-rich panoramas.

Route 6 - Oosterbeek mountain bike route

From a route through the middle of the Veluwe to a brisk bike ride across the south-west of the Veluwe: the mountain bike route in Oosterbeek is one that will delight true cycling enthusiasts. A good level of fitness is desirable, as in addition to the height differences, you will also cycle over a few dirt roads. Meanwhile, enjoy the views over meadows and forests and admire beautiful country estates such as Mariëndaal and Warnsborn along the way.

Route 7 - Lunteren mountain bike route

Surely one of the most beautiful mountain bike routes on the Veluwe is the mountain bike route in Lunteren. Variety is the word that characterises this route. During the versatile route, you cycle straight through the forest area De Roekel. You also tick off the Edese Forest, the Luntersche Buurtbosch and the Goudsberg. From winding paths to long, straight stretches: your cycling adventure in Lunteren is definitely not one-sided. Add in the climbs and descents and the experience is complete.

Route 8 - Mountain bike route Otterlo

Are you an inexperienced mountain biker, but enjoy getting to know the Veluwe from its best side? Then get on your bike and try the new route through Otterlo. Here you will experience 18 kilometres of cycling fun and be challenged in some stretches. Steep sections, straight paths and tough descents: you will find it all here. A suitable route for young and old!

The parks of TopParken as operating base

After a wonderful day of mountain biking in the Veluwe, you can relax at one of the holiday parks in the Veluwe; doesn't that sound like music to your ears? Fortunately, you can combine the best of both worlds at the parks of TopParken. Not only do all parks form a suitable starting point for one of the popular MTB routes on the Veluwe, but you will also want for nothing here. You will stay here in detached holiday homes with lots of peace and quiet. If mountain biking in the Veluwe has not yet relaxed you will! Combined with the excellent park facilities and the beautiful location of the parks, you can enjoy yourself to the full here. Let those wonderful holidays begin!

Are you already looking forward to staying in a chalet in the Veluwe? Or would you rather stay in a fully furnished bungalow in the Veluwe? At TopParken, you are welcome to enjoy a relaxing holiday full of mountain biking fun. What are you waiting for?