Montferland, a region in the province of Gelderland in the Netherlands, features a diverse landscape of rolling hills, lush forests, and distinct glacial ridge formations. The area is characterized by natural features such as the expansive Bergherbos forest, which includes centuries-old beech lanes and open heathland. This varied terrain provides a suitable environment for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, jogging, road cycling, and more. The region's unique topography, including surprising changes in elevation, offers varied outdoor experiences.
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4.5
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4.6
(196)
658
hikers
13.4km
03:39
200m
200m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.5
(121)
366
hikers
12.3km
03:20
170m
170m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.6
(95)
327
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.3
(26)
88
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
(315)
2,526
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.3
(18)
134
riders
17.5km
01:33
210m
210m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.7
(3)
54
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.6
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79
riders
12.0km
01:03
160m
160m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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204km
14:26
240m
240m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.5
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65
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
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21
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
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423
riders
51.3km
02:56
110m
110m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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1,724
riders
34.6km
03:01
330m
330m
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

5.0
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183
riders
57.6km
03:45
170m
170m
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.7
(7)
81
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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490
runners
23.9km
02:33
140m
140m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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225
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

178
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(3)
158
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(1)
69
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

75
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50.0km
02:00
70m
70m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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75
riders
48.0km
01:57
70m
70m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

47
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86.4km
03:35
240m
240m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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Montferland offers a diverse landscape suitable for various outdoor activities. These include Hiking, Touring cycling, Jogging, Road cycling, Gravel biking, and Mountain biking. The region features over 1,100 routes across these sports.
Montferland is characterized by rolling hills, lush forests, and glacial ridge formations, which are distinct for the Netherlands. The terrain includes varied elevations, especially in areas like the Bergherbos, offering diverse experiences from gentle paths to steeper slopes.
Montferland has over 560 hiking routes traversing rolling hills, forests like Bergherbos, and historical sites. These routes cater to various preferences and fitness levels. More information can be found in the Hiking around Montferland guide.
Montferland offers an extensive network of cycling routes, including over 150 for touring cycling and 80 for road cycling. The varied terrain includes both paved and unpaved paths. Consult the Cycling around Montferland guide for more details.
Montferland features mountain biking routes, including challenging single trails in areas like the Bergherbos. There are over 60 MTB routes available. The MTB Trails around Montferland guide provides further information.
Montferland's diverse terrain includes routes suitable for various fitness levels, making it possible to find family-friendly options. The region's extensive trail network allows for selection of easier paths through forests and open fields. Routes often pass by historical sites, adding interest for families.
The region features the expansive Bergherbos forest with centuries-old beech lanes, fragrant pine woods, and open heathland. Another significant landmark is the Motte Montferland, a man-made hill within the Bergherbos.
Montferland integrates history into its outdoor offerings, with routes often passing by historical sites. Notable examples include the medieval Huis Bergh castle in 's-Heerenberg and the Zeddam Windmill. The Motte Montferland is also a historical landmark dating back to the year 1000.
Routes in Montferland are highly rated by the komoot community. Over 31,000 visitors have shared their experiences, resulting in an average rating of 4.51 out of 5 stars for routes in the region.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Montferland, covering various sports. These include guides for Hiking, Cycling, Running, Road Cycling, Gravel biking, and MTB Trails.
The official website for the municipality of Montferland (Gemeente Montferland) is montferland.info. For tourism information, the VVV Montferland website is also available.

