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The best running trails around the Lek

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Running around the Lek is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes around the Lek—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

Last updated: December 10, 2025

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1. Markthal Rotterdam loop from Rotterdam Blaak

11.8km

01:14

30m

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

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2. Kralingse Bos Off-Road Route loop from Nieuw-Crooswijk

5.36km

00:33

10m

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

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3. Along the Boompjes quay – Noordereiland Walk, Rotterdam loop from De Groene Kaap

8.43km

00:52

30m

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

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4. Along the Boompjes quay – Willemsbrug loop from Oostplein

7.16km

00:44

20m

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

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5. Kralingse Bos Off-Road Route loop from Oostplein

7.73km

00:48

10m

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

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6. Erasmus Bridge loop from Feijenoord

4.95km

00:31

20m

Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. View of the lake with boats – Paradise Bridge loop from Nieuw-Crooswijk

9.78km

01:02

20m

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

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8. SS Rotterdam – Het Park (Rotterdam) loop from Coolhaven

13.5km

01:23

30m

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

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9. Kralingse Bos Offroad Route – Town Hall loop from Stadhuis

21.2km

02:12

50m

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

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10. Kralingse Bos Offroad Route loop from Crooswijk

5.96km

00:37

10m

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

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The best running trails around the Lek

1. Markthal Rotterdam loop from Rotterdam Blaak

2. Kralingse Bos Off-Road Route loop from Nieuw-Crooswijk

3. Along the Boompjes quay – Noordereiland Walk, Rotterdam loop from De Groene Kaap

4. Along the Boompjes quay – Willemsbrug loop from Oostplein

5. Kralingse Bos Off-Road Route loop from Oostplein

6. Erasmus Bridge loop from Feijenoord

7. View of the lake with boats – Paradise Bridge loop from Nieuw-Crooswijk

8. SS Rotterdam – Het Park (Rotterdam) loop from Coolhaven

9. Kralingse Bos Offroad Route – Town Hall loop from Stadhuis

10. Kralingse Bos Offroad Route loop from Crooswijk

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