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Old Canal, Alkmaar – View of the Waag in Alkmaar loop from Dijk en Waard

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Old Canal, Alkmaar – View of the Waag in Alkmaar loop from Dijk en Waard

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Old Canal, Alkmaar – View of the Waag in Alkmaar loop from Dijk en Waard

01:27

24.2km

30m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 17, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 12.4 km for 347 m

Dismount required: • Saturday: 2:00 AM-7:30 PM (otherwise open)

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

11.2 km

Great Church, Alkmaar

Highlight • Religious Site

Very impressive building. A visit is recommended.

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2

11.5 km

Old Canal, Alkmaar

Highlight • River

The Oudegracht in Alkmaar is a central, historic waterway in the heart of the Dutch cheese city, surrounded by merchant houses from the 16th and 17th centuries. It is a …

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3

12.8 km

Waagplein and Waag Tower, Alkmaar

Highlight • Historical Site

DISCOVER WHAT TO DO IN ALKMAAR

Be surprised by these special events, activities and cultural must-sees in Alkmaar. And all in the beautiful historic city center. Enjoy these highlights!

CHEESE MARKET

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4

12.9 km

Alkmaar Old Town: Narrow Alleys and Historic Facades

Highlight • Historical Site

Since I (wheelchair user) have my feet fixed to the pedals, I can't get off.
Because of this, I have never had any problems anywhere in the Netherlands (I only …

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5

13.2 km

View of the Waag in Alkmaar

Highlight • Monument

Nothing would have worked without the cheese scales. It's definitely worth a visit 😉.

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6

13.2 km

Alkmaar City Centre

Highlight • Settlement

Say Cheese, Say Alkmaar!

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7

14.1 km

Mill ’t Roode Hert

Highlight • Monument

In the windmill is still ground. Down the mill, there is a small shop where the flour products are sold.

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8

14.8 km

View of Dutch Windmills

Highlight • Viewpoint

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24.2 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.8 km

6.05 km

3.83 km

488 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

13.2 km

6.31 km

4.45 km

213 m

< 100 m

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Friday 29 May

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