Mergelland fietsroute Noord-lus

Mergelland fietsroute Noord-lus
The Land of Marl Cycle Route (Mergellandroute) meanders across Zuid-Limburg. The entire route covers over 155 kilometres, but you can also opt for one of the three shorter day trips. The Northern Loop explores the area to the north of Valkenburg. While passing marl quarries and castles built out of marl stone, the name of the route needs no further introduction.
You will also discover ‘cycling town’ Valkenburg aan de Geul with its numerous pavement cafés and many tourist attractions, like the ruined castle, the caves, a fun park and the Fairy Tale Forest. Also, majestic Château St Gerlach and Schaloen Castle will cross your (cycle) path and the iconic water tower of Schimmert, ‘De Reusch’, nowadays a catering establishment, brewery and shop. Part of the route is flat, alternated with a few tough climbs and fast descents.
The cycle junction system ensures that you can easily find your way. You can park and start at experience centre Par'Course (Pr. Beatrixsingel 2) in Valkenburg. You can easily hire a bike or scooter at the ‘Cycle Center’ or at ‘Scooterverhuur Limburg’. Additionally, there is a map available at the Visit Zuid-Limburg Shops, showing the route and the best tourist attractions in the area.