Travelling is a great way to experience new cultures, relax and enjoy nature. So you can wake us up for a good hike to a volcano in Mexico! But for those of us who prefer walking or cycling holiday in Europe, Eigen-wise Travel offers a range of travel options. Ideal if you want to get away from it all! And who thinks a walking or cycling holiday is boring, is wrong! Read this blog and discover the most popular destinations!
Cycling holiday From Venice to Croatia
Cycle along the Adriatic with Venice as your starting point and continue your journey through Italy, Slovenia and Croatia! The journey starts with a boat ride on the vaporetto from iconic St Mark's Square to Punta Sabbioni, the southern point of the Adriatic coast. After which you then cycle past places like Friuli, Portogruaro, Palazzi and Trieste. You'll eventually finish on the beautiful Istrian coast from where you'll return to Venice.
Day distance cycling: 40 - 70 km
Difficulty: ★★☆☆☆
Cycling holiday Aardenburg
Not all beauty is far away! Start your adventure in historic Aardenburg, a picturesque fortified town in Zeeland, rich in culture and history. Your stay here provides the perfect base for cycling trips in both the Netherlands and Belgium. The creeks and winding dykes lead you through beautiful landscapes and old towns and villages. Finished cycling? After cycling, you can sit on the hotel terrace and fully enjoy the afternoon and evening sun!
Day distance cycling: 18 - 57 km
Difficulty: ★☆☆☆☆
Cycling holiday Bella Tuscany
Who doesn't love Italy! If you prefer not to sit still, then this active cycling holiday is for you! Enjoy medieval towns, delicious pasta dishes, good wine and beautiful nature. Cycle from Sienna to San Donato, Florence and Monteriggioni.
Day distance cycling: 11 - 60 km
Difficulty: ★★★☆☆
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Cycling holiday Eibergen
Still prefer a trip a little closer to home? Then check out this option. Hotel de Kastanjefabriek in Eibergen, located in the picturesque region of Achterhoek and Twente, offers the perfect base for cycling enthusiasts looking to explore the eastern Netherlands. This charming hotel is centrally located to several villages and towns such as Groenlo, Haaksbergen, Winterswijk, Diepenheim and Borculo, making it an ideal starting point for cycling routes connecting these regions. In addition, the flat landscape is good for cycling; even if you don't have the best condition.
Day distance cycling: 29 - 57 km
Difficulty: ★☆☆☆☆
Walking holiday De Lutte
Within the Twente countryside between Oldenzaal and De Lutte is a beautiful hiking area. Take a hike through the woods and enjoy the babbling brooks. Afterwards, grab a terrace in the cosy Twente town of Oldenzaal.
Day distance hiking: 11-21 km
Difficulty: ★★☆☆☆
Walking holiday From Porto to Santiago de Compostela
When a friend of ours told us that she had walked the Santiago de Compostela, she could not stop talking about the beautiful landscapes. Not surprisingly, pilgrims from all parts of Europe have been heading to Santiago de Compostela for centuries. From Porto, you walk past rugged cliffs and over medieval bridges to ancient villages where pilgrims gather in the evening. This route may be less well known but travellers will be welcomed everywhere. So lace up: off you go!
Day distance hiking: 5-24 km
Difficulty: ★☆☆☆☆
Walking holiday Epen
Need a weekend or midweek break? Near Epen lies the most beautiful hiking area in Limburg. This route is characterised by small rivers, half-timbered houses and wooded banks. The distances are suitable for walkers of all levels.
Day distance hiking: 8-21 km
Difficulty: ★☆☆☆☆
On holiday with Own-Wise Travel
Eigen-wise Travel ensures that your hiking holiday or cycling holiday tailored to your requirements. They make sure you can enjoy your trip undisturbed. If you opt for trekking, they will take care of your luggage! Ideal because this means you don't have to take it with you. Take a look at the website of Eigen-wise Reizen and book an unforgettable trip! Will you let us know which route you chose?
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