Things to Do around Nijmegen

Nijmegen offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Jogging, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The region features diverse landscapes from riverine areas to rolling hills and nature reserves. More than 2,000 routes are available for exploration.

Popular hiking areas in Nijmegen include the Ooijpolder Nature Reserve, Rivierenpark, and the Groesbeek region. The N70 hiking route is well-known for its rolling hills and forests. For more information, refer to the Hiking around Nijmegen guide.

Nijmegen is suitable for road cycling with routes over rolling hills and along rivers. The region hosted stages of the Giro d'Italia due to its challenging climbs. Cyclists can explore diverse landscapes from floodplains to elevated moraines. The Road Cycling Routes around Nijmegen guide provides further details.

The Nijmegen region offers trails suitable for mountain biking, particularly in areas with rolling hills and forests. The Groesbeek area provides varied terrain for off-road cycling. Information on specific routes can be found in the MTB Trails around Nijmegen guide.

The Rivierenpark offers picturesque routes along dikes and floodplains, suitable for walks. The Ooijpolder Nature Reserve also provides long walks in a polder landscape. These areas generally feature accessible terrain for families.

Many nature areas in Nijmegen, such as the Ooijpolder, allow dogs, often on a leash. Specific rules may vary by reserve or trail. It is advisable to check local signage or specific route details for dog-friendly policies.

The region features the Waal River, the Ooijpolder Nature Reserve, and the Hatertse and Overasseltse Vennen. Hilly terrain around Berg en Dal includes 'eight mountains' like Boterberg and Duivelsberg, offering scenic views of polders and river landscapes. The Rivierenpark also provides views along the Waal.

Some hiking routes in the Nijmegen region pass by cafes, pubs, and restaurants. These establishments are often found near popular trailheads or within villages along the routes. Komoot routes often highlight points of interest including food and drink options.

Komoot offers several guides for the Nijmegen region, covering various sports. These include Hiking around Nijmegen, Road Cycling Routes around Nijmegen, and MTB Trails around Nijmegen. Additional guides are available for jogging, touring cycling, gravel biking, and mountain hikes.

Routes in the Nijmegen region have an average rating of 4.38 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on more than 7,000 individual ratings from over 131,000 visitors. The high rating reflects the quality and enjoyment of the available routes.

For tourism information, the official website is intoinijmegen.com. The municipality of Nijmegen can be reached by phone at 0031 24 329 90 00. They are available Monday to Friday from 9:00 to 17:00.