Millingerwaard cycle route from Nijmegen

The Millingerwaard cycle route is one of the most beautiful nature routes in the Nijmegen area. This route takes you from the center of Nijmegen along the Waal river and through the Ooijpolder to the Millingerwaard nature reserve.

The Millingerwaard is located in the Gelderse Poort and is known for its wild nature, floodplains, and unique animals. The area was created by nature development along the river and is now one of the most unique landscapes in the Netherlands.

During this bike ride, you will discover a varied river landscape with dikes, grasslands, and nature reserves. Along the way, you will cycle through quiet villages such as Ooij, Leuth, and Millingen aan de Rijn.

With a distance of approximately 35 kilometers, this route is perfect for a relaxing bike ride from Nijmegen.

Overview of the bike route

Distance: approximately 35 kilometers
Starting point: Nijmegen city center
Duration: 2 to 3 hours
Type of route: nature and dike route
Suitable for: city bike, e-bike, and touring bike

The route is mostly flat and runs mainly along quiet bike paths and dikes.

Directions Millingerwaard cycle route

The Millingerwaard cycle route starts in the center of Nijmegen. From here, you cycle across the Waal Bridge towards Lent. Once you have crossed the bridge, the landscape quickly changes from urban to open polder.

From Lent, cycle towards Ooij, a small village in the middle of the Ooijpolder. This area is known for its vast floodplains and quiet dike roads.

The route continues towards Persingen, the smallest village in the Netherlands. From here, you cycle along the dike towards Leuth and Kekerdom. Along the way, you will enjoy beautiful views of the Waal River and the surrounding nature reserves.

When you reach Millingen aan de Rijn, you will find yourself near the Millingerwaard nature reserve. This area is known for its wild nature and unusual animals such as Konik horses and Galloway cattle.

After a short stop in Millingen, you cycle back towards Nijmegen along the river. The last part of the route runs along quiet dike roads and cycle paths along the Waal.

Via the Waalbrug bridge, you will eventually return to the center of Nijmegen.

Highlights of the Millingerwaard cycle route

During this bike route, you will pass several special places:

Millingerwaard nature reserve
The Ooijpolder and floodplains along the Waal
The smallest village in the Netherlands: Persingen
The village of Millingen aan de Rijn
Viewpoints along the dike

The combination of nature, river landscape, and peaceful dikes makes this route one of the most beautiful cycling routes around Nijmegen.

Best time for this cycling route

The Millingerwaard cycle route is beautiful to cycle all year round. In spring and summer, the floodplains are full of flowers and you can enjoy nature along the Waal river.

In autumn and winter, the area takes on a wilder character and you can often see large flocks of birds in the floodplains.

Rent a bike for this route

Would you like to cycle the Millingerwaard cycle route but don't have your own bike with you? You can easily rent a bike in Nijmegen.

From the center, you can cycle to the Waal Bridge and the Ooijpolder in just a few minutes.

Our city bikes and electric bikes are perfect for this route. With an e-bike, you can comfortably enjoy the river landscape and nature of the Gelderse Poort.

Simply book online and discover one of the most beautiful cycling routes around Nijmegen.