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Discover all benefitsWelcome to beautiful South Limburg and especially to Parkstad Limburg. The name Parkstad evokes rural and urban associations. This is because the cities and villages are bordered by extensive parks and nature reserves. An area of extremes and contrasts...
Region Parkstad Limburg is winner in the category 'Best Travel Destination in the World' of the Tourism of Tomorrow Award 2016. WTTC stands for World Travel & Tourism Counsil and is based in America. This global authority in the field of travel and tourism chooses the most progressive travel destination in the world every year.
The Netherlands has never been nominated for a WTTC Award, let alone a region in the Netherlands as the best travel destination. Parkstad Limburg, South Limburg, the whole of Limburg is very proud of this!
The South Limburg Hill Country is notorious and famous for its short and often tough climbs. However, the hills in this hill route are surprisingly accessible to almost every touring cyclist.
This route starts from the parking lot at Castle TerWorm (Terworm 5 in Heerlen). The junction system ensures that you can easily find your way.
Follow junctions: 53-54-57-88-89-51-101-53
You will be amazed by the beautiful nature, the beautiful views and of course the many terraces to take a break. You can also download a separate route description with additional information here .
If you have any comments about the route, you can report them via routepunt@visitzuidlimburg.nl.
A complete cycle junction map with all South Limburg junctions in this region can easily be ordered via www.visitzuidlimburg.nl/webshop.
Difficulty level: Medium (67/100)
Length: 17.7 mi
Duration: 01h54
Total ascent: 833 ft
Maximal slope: 4.7 %
Average slope: 0.9 %
Net ascent: 0 ft
Total descent: 833 ft
Difficulty level according to the author: 5/10
Paved roads: 17.7 mi (100 %)
Cobblestones: 0 ft (0 %)
Bike paths: 2.38 mi (13 %)
Car free roads: 1.69 mi (10 %)
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