Cycle the Bels Lijntje across the border from the Netherlands to Belgium
Cycle the Bels Lijntje, experience the former (railway) past between Turnhout and Tilburg. On Dutch territory, the line is 22 km long and in the Belgian part, you cycle a beautiful route of 8 km. Being active is nice anyway, but it is even nicer if you can combine it with culture, nature, art, history and Brabant hospitality. Go out by bike and be surprised!
Cycle the Bels Lijntje
The Bels Lijntje used to function as an important connection between Tilburg and Turnhout, now you can cycle here through beautiful greenery. As you cycle along the former railway line, you can explore the borderland, cultural history, stories and enjoy delicious culinary delights. How about a portion of delicious Belgian fries!
Perfect base
Grensland de Baronie? This is the perfect region to relax and enjoy the good life. From cycling or walking to enjoying a nice snack and drink on a cosy terrace. Visit Breda, Tilburg or Antwerp and cross the border several times in Baarle-Nassau. Or how about De Efteling or Safaripark Beekse Bergen? In De Baronie, it's all close by.
Grensland De Baronie is a wonderful nature land
where you can get lost in unique stories'
Multi-day enjoyment of boundless cycling
With this cross-border cycle route, you will set off for a few days and discover every nook and cranny of this cycling paradise. With seven themed loops, each with its own story, you pedal along and across the border of the Netherlands and Belgium and discover numerous culinary, cultural and green gems in this beautiful border region.
You can start from wherever you like. The extensive cycling network of the Netherlands and Belgium will bring you back to your starting point.
Staying longer in Grensland de Baronie?
Stay overnight and enjoy this beautiful and versatile region even longer. In our lovely natural land, you will find a wide choice of hospitable accommodation to spend a night here or for a longer stay. Will you choose a cosy bed and breakfast, a luxury hotel or do you prefer camping? It's all possible here. Our accommodations are equipped with all conveniences, see the overview here. Book your cycling holiday now!
Source image material: Bedrijfsfotografie Brabant, Visit Baarle, Toerisme & UiT Turnhout, Slashley Photography, Erfgoed Noorderkempen and Japplemedia(Wikipedia).