Vlaardingen is a city in the South Holland province of the Netherlands, characterized by its extensive polder landscapes and waterways like the Nieuwe Maas and Vlaardingervaart rivers. This flat terrain, combined with dedicated nature reserves such as the Broekpolder Nature and Recreation Area, provides a diverse environment for outdoor pursuits. The region is well-suited for several sports like hiking, jogging, road cycling, touring cycling, and more.
For those seeking things to do outdoors, Vlaardingen offers…
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4.2
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429
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8.93km
02:17
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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139
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Hard mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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Hard mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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31.8km
01:48
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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61.8km
03:19
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Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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400
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37.2km
01:39
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60m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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102km
04:32
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150m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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118km
04:53
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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5.0
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181
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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26.1km
02:46
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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

163
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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

92
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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19.6km
01:11
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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43.6km
02:42
70m
70m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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65
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31.2km
01:55
50m
50m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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67
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29.0km
01:40
30m
30m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Vlaardingen offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Jogging, Road cycling, Touring cycling, and Mountain biking. The region features flat polder landscapes and nature reserves like Broekpolder. More than 340 routes are available for exploration.
Vlaardingen features numerous hiking trails, with over 150 routes recorded on komoot. Trails wind through diverse landscapes such as the Broekpolder Nature and Recreation Area, which includes forests, open fields, and lakeshores. For more information, consult the Hiking around Vlaardingen guide.
Vlaardingen is well-suited for cycling, offering routes for Road cycling, Touring cycling, and Mountain biking. Notable features include historical bridges like the Schipluiden Tram Bridge and the Kandelaarbrug. The region has over 50 touring cycling routes and 18 mountain biking trails. Explore options with the Cycling around Vlaardingen guide.
Vlaardingen offers mountain biking opportunities, particularly within the Broekpolder Nature and Recreation Area. There are 18 dedicated mountain biking routes available. The coastal dunes also provide terrain for more adventurous rides. Refer to the MTB Trails around Vlaardingen guide for detailed routes.
Trails in Vlaardingen traverse polder landscapes, forests, open fields, and lakeshores, especially within the Broekpolder Nature and Recreation Area. The region is also bordered by the Nieuwe Maas river and dissected by the Vlaardingervaart river, offering waterside routes. Coastal dunes provide additional natural diversity.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Vlaardingen. These include Hiking around Vlaardingen, Running Trails around Vlaardingen, and Cycling around Vlaardingen. Guides for Road Cycling and MTB are also available.
Routes in Vlaardingen have received an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on feedback from over 2,100 users. More than 46,000 visitors have explored the region's routes.
Yes, Vlaardingen is part of longer scenic routes such as the Midden-Delfland route, which spans over 25 miles (40 kilometers). This route showcases meadows, rivers, and villages. The Maasvlakte 2 trail also offers extended coastal exploration.
Trails in Vlaardingen feature various points of interest, including historical bridges like the Schipluiden Tram Bridge and the Kandelaarbrug. The region also has historical sites, viewpoints, and cafes. The old harbor areas reflect the city's rich history.
The official website for the municipality of Vlaardingen is www.vlaardingen.nl. For general inquiries, the phone number is +31 10 248 4000. This number is available on weekdays during business hours.
Vlaardingen offers over 100 jogging routes, many of which are located within the flat polder landscapes and the Broekpolder Nature and Recreation Area. These routes provide diverse scenery for runners. The Running Trails around Vlaardingen guide provides specific options.
Vlaardingen's terrain is primarily characterized by flat polder landscapes, which are ideal for walking and cycling. The Broekpolder area includes forests and open fields. Additionally, coastal dunes offer more varied and challenging terrain for activities like hiking and mountain biking.

