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Cycling routes from Den Helder

Den Helder sits where dunes, Wadden Sea and North Sea meet. All routes below ride well on a city or e-bike; the longer ones are flagged.

Routes

8 km

Coast

Short coastal ride to the red Lange Jaap lighthouse and Fort Kijkduin.

15 km

Dunes

Rolling dune trails with North Sea views and rare wild flora.

12 km

Forest & dunes

Paved paths through forest and dune areas — family- and e-bike-friendly.

10 km

Island route

Ride to the TESO ferry for a day trip to Texel; bikes go on board.

14 km

Beach

Flat dyke route to the wide beach of Julianadorp.

22 km

Nature reserve

For experienced riders: Zwanenwater nature reserve and Callantsoog village.