The story
Having caught the cycling bug on my e-bike cycle from Land’s End to John O’Groats in June 2025, I am now taking my gravel bike on a round trip from Calais to Amsterdam and back.
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Day 8 – from The Hague to Middelburg
A great day’s ride. Not as windy as yesterday. A bit overcast but good light for some atmospheric shots. These storm surge barriers are impressive. They are about 9km long. Built between 1976 and 1986, they are the largest in The Netherlands. The barrier was constructed in response to the North Sea flood of 1953,…
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Day 7 – from Amsterdam to The Hague
A short ride today but against a 10 mph constant breeze made it harder going. Lots of windmills today but none in use. Apparently the old ones are for heritage preservation, educational tours, and cultural events. There are so many water birds and most seem to be raising chicks. Coot family video I’m not a…
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Day 6 – rest day in Amsterdam
A saddle free day wondering around Amsterdam. I visited the Van Rijk museum. Amazing art and artefacts but one of the highlights for me was the lock and key section! Tomorrow it’s a short ride from Amsterdam to The Hague (35 miles).