The area of the ‘Grünmetropole’ (green metropolis) stretches from Beringen (B) in the West to Heerlen (NL) and Düren (D) in the East. This region is one of the oldest coalmining areas in Europe. For centuries, the landscape was dominated by the coal industry. But also after the coal era, this area appears to be borderless and the challenge to give shape and substance to the ‘black to green’ transition, proves to be a binding factor.
To emphasize the solidarity within the Grünmetropole, two recreational routes have been developed: the Grünmetropole Cycle Route and the Grünmetropole Car Route. These routes connect more than 70 sights and scenic and recreation areas. Multilingual info points on-site, and a general reference map (available at the Visit Zuid-Limburg Shops), encourage you to discover more about the region. More information on these routes is available here. The route runs entirely along the popular cycle junction network.
Start- and endpoint
Kasteel Doenrade, Limpensweg 20 te Doenrade
Type of itinerary
Cycle route
Distance
94.9 km
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In the area
More than 500 routes
carefully picked out for you, because Zuid-Limburg has no limit when it comes to active enjoyment.
There is nothing as annoying as a lack of clear signposting on your route. Despite continuous checks, a lack may still exist. Report unclear, broken or missing signposts quickly and efficiently to Routepunt Zuid-Limburg. Of course, suggestions for improvements are also welcome. Together, we can keep all our recreational routes up-to-date and accessible!
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