Ruiten Aa Waterway – Bourtange Canal Bicycle Bridge loop from Vlagtwedde

Netherlands

Groningen

Westerwolde

Ruiten Aa Waterway – Bourtange Canal Bicycle Bridge loop from Vlagtwedde

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Ruiten Aa Waterway – Bourtange Canal Bicycle Bridge loop from Vlagtwedde

03:03

50.8km

80m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 9, 2026

Tips

Includes movable bridges

Check opening times.

After 28.5 km for 14 m

After 43.7 km for 14 m

After 48.4 km for 10 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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4.52 km

Liefstinghsbroek

Nature Reserve

19.0 km

Sellingerbeetse Lake

Highlight • Lake

Single Trail a little hidden.

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21.9 km

Beetser Koelen Beach

Highlight • Beach

Right at the start/finish of the MTB route "Sellingen", this bathing lake with a wide beach invites you to refresh yourself 🏖🏊‍♀️

The MTB route starts at the nearby car park.

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28.5 km

Zuidveldsluis Lock

Highlight • Monument

Also a good fishing area

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35.3 km

Sellingerbossen

Nature Reserve

39.0 km

Picnic Spot by the Stream near Sellingen MTB Route

Highlight • Rest Area

Rest area with table and benches located directly on the Sellingen MTB route. Quiet surroundings right by the river - pure relaxation.

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40.8 km

Wooden bridge over the Ruiten Aa

Highlight • Bridge

40.8 km

Throughout East Groningen, from Ter Apel to Bad Nieuweschans, many streams have been restored to their original, natural course over the past few decades. The forests, meadows and fields in the Ruiten Aa river valley look the same today as they did when they shaped the landscape around the Westerwolder Angerdörfer. It quickly became apparent that the renaturation measures were also good for the flora and fauna. In spring, the landscape is in full bloom, Lakenvelde cattle graze on the pastures, kingfishers and great egrets appreciate the fish-rich waters, and the stork that has already disappeared from Westerwolde has returned.

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46.9 km

Bourtange Canal Bicycle Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

A charming cycle bridge over the Bourtanger Canal, situated outside the historic village of Bourtange. This peaceful crossing offers a beautiful view over the canal and the surrounding, wide landscape. Perfect for cyclists who want to enjoy the countryside and the water, while on their way to or from the Bourtange fortress.

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50.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.4 km

12.7 km

12.6 km

10.3 km

1.73 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

19.5 km

17.8 km

7.17 km

4.15 km

2.07 km

159 m

Elevation

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Weather

Sunday 11 October

16°C

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Comments

October 27, 2024,Westerwolde toertocht

With the gravel bike it was slippery in a few places and a mtb would have been better. But super route through beautiful forests. Thanks to organizer TFC De Windhappers.

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