Three Country

Experience an unforgettable bike tour in the green heart of Western Europe. This route is nicely designed and follows bicycle paths and tranquil back roads. For most of this Europe bike tour, navigation is made easy with the cycling-by-numbers system.

This cycling adventure will prove to be unforgettable as you pedal through three National Parks: Hoge Kempen in Belgium, Eifel in Germany, and De Meinweg in the Netherlands. You will roam past famous abbeys and castles, visit Maastricht and Monschau, and enjoy the bike path along the River Roer/Rur as you cycle through woods and heather fields.

If you're worried about the climbs in the High Fens and Eifel, you can always rent an electric bicycle! After a day of cycling, enjoy accommodations in excellent 3 and 4-star hotels each evening.

All of our bike tours in Holland can be found here Holland Bicycle Tours can be found here. Similarly, our Belgium Bicycle Tours and Germany Bicycle Tours are listed here.

Day 1: Arrival in Vlodrop, Netherlands
Day 2: Vlodrop, Netherlands - Maaseik, Belgium, 31 mi. (50 km)
Day 3: Maaseik, Belgium - Maastricht, Netherlands, 32 mi. (52 km)
Day 4: Maastricht, Netherlands - Eupen, Belgium, 40 mi. (64 km)
Day 5: Eupen, Belgium - Heimbach, Germany, 39 / 45 mi. (62 / 72 km)
Day 6: Heimbach - Düren, 22 mi. (35 km)
Day 7: Düren - Vlodrop 45 mi. (73 km)
Day 8: Departure

Day 1: Arrival in Vlodrop, Netherlands
The tour begins in the village of Vlodrop, Netherlands near the town of Roermond. Upon arrival, you will be welcomed with coffee and “vlaai”, a Limburgian fruit tart. Your rental bike will be waiting at the hotel and if you arrive early, you may still have time for a short bike ride to the friendly town of Roermond.

Sample Accommodation:  Boshotel Vlodrop

Day 2: Vlodrop, Netherlands - Maaseik, Belgium, 31 mi. (50 km)
After enjoying a wonderful breakfast buffet, set off through Roer and Meuse valleys to the town of Maaseik, Belgium, birthplace of the Van Eyck painters.  This route also includes a ride through the lovely Meinweg National Park.

Sample Accommodation:  Hotel van Ecyk Maaseik

Day 3: Maaseik, Belgium - Maastricht, Netherlands, 32 mi. (52 km)
From nature to culture, you will head south following the Maas cycle route near and along the river.  Your destination is the elegant city of Maastricht, Netherlands. Here, there is something from all tastes including shops, museums, city walks, and outdoor cafes in Vrijthof square.

Sample Accommodation:  NH Hotel Maastricht or Buitenplaats Vaeshartelt 

Day 4: Maastricht, Netherlands - Eupen, Belgium, 40 mi. (64 km)
As you leave the city, follow the River Meuse south to the picturesque village of Eijsden, Netherlands. After crossing the border you will enter the Flemish Voer region, a paradise of unspoiled pastoral splendor. You will climb to 300 meters N.A.P. enjoying great vistas of the beautiful landscape. The Abbey of Val Dieu is today’s cultural highlight. Stay the night in the German-speaking small town of Eupen.

Sample Accommodation:  Kloster Heidberg

Day 5: Eupen, Belgium - Heimbach, Germany, 39 / 45 mi. (62 / 72 km)
Today's route contains some hills, but the High Fens offers beautiful natural scenery. The gradual climb to 650 m N.A.P. is rewarded with gorgeous sweeping views. From here, you’ll have a descent to the exquisite German town of Monschau (400 m N.A.P.), historically a center of wool, cloth production, and trade. You will continue to enjoy the wealth of natural beauty that the Eifel region has to offer.  Continue along the river Rur to the Rursee where you have have the option to end your day with a relaxing boat trip or continue to your hotel by bike.

Sample Accommodation:  Art Hotel Eifel 

Day 6: Heimbach - Düren, 22 mi. (35 km)
The River Rur will be your guide today, winding down to the ‘Flachland’ below. The German cycle paths are well-maintained and mostly far removed from road traffic. On the route to Düren, you will encounter a series of friendly villages. 

Sample Accommodation:  Dürens Posthotel or Dorint Hotel

Day 7: Düren - Vlodrop 45 mi. (73 km) 
You will enjoy more beautiful scenery on your last cycling day. The journey down the River Rur continues until just before the Netherlands border when you turn off to visit De Meinweg National Park. One of the highlights of today is the Dalheimer mill which is still functioning today. 

Sample Accommodation:  Boshotel Vlodrop

Day 8: Departure
End of tour after breakfast

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You will be accommodated in 3 to 4-star establishments during your tour. In each day’s detailed itinerary you will find the name of the preferred hotel(s). If the hotel listed is not available, a hotel of equal standard will be offered.