This route is 38 km
This route takes you right through the Bulb Region from Hillegom to Lisse and onwards to Noordwijkerhout. From early on in the year, you can enjoy the beautiful coloured flowers that bloom in the bulb fields. You will also pass various interesting and historic sights.
Keukenhof castle
On the first part of the route, you cycle from Hillegom to Lisse. You will pass the beautiful castle Keukenhof. The world-famous Keukenhof flower exhibition takes place on part of the estate where this castle is situated. In 1857, the basis for this was laid by the landscape architect Zocher. Nowadays, around ninety suppliers to the court ensure that the most beautiful flowers can be seen in the Keukenhof every year. The garden is open from the end of March to the end of May. Then you cycle into Lisse, where you can take a look at Museum De Zwarte Tulp. In this museum, you can learn more about tulip cultivation and its history.
On to Noordwijkerhout
Next, you cycle further to Voorhout. On the way, you will pass by the Ruïne van Teylingen, a ring fortress from the 13th century. Then you will continue to Noordwijkerhout. Around 1904, the dunes in Noordwijk were excavated to plant flower bulbs. That was the start of the 'flower bulb era' in this area.
The White Church in Noordwijkerhout
In the centre of Noordwijkerhout you will find the Witte Kerk, a small church built around 1300. The building was originally built in Romanesque style and served for Roman Catholic worship. In 1508, a gothic choir was added and the tower was raised one storey. In 1573 the church was destroyed by fire. In those years the church was assigned to the reformed. In 1620 and 1730 the church was restored in parts.
Note: Part of this route runs across the grounds of Keukenhof. This park is only accessible from the end of March to mid-May at a charge. The rest of the year you cannot follow this part of the route.
Keukenhof tickets
