The best running trails around Het IJ

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Running around Het IJ 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 Het IJ—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.

From the city to the sea – Parks, polders and dune pans	Expert 05:16 47.8km
Vondelpark – Rijksmuseum Gardens loop from Overhoeks	Expert 01:44 16.2km
Amsterdam Central Station – Along the Haarlemmertrekvaart loop from Amsterdam Centraal	Expert 02:18 20.7km
Westelijke Merwedekanaaldijk – Flevopark loop from Java-eiland	Intermediate 01:16 11.7km

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From the city to the sea – Parks, polders and dune pans
05:16
47.8km
6:37/km
170m
160m
Ferry
Expert
37
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required. The route includes a crossing by ferry.
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Vondelpark – Rijksmuseum Gardens loop from Overhoeks
01:44
16.2km
6:25/km
40m
40m
Expert
4.4
(5)
487
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Amsterdam Central Station – Along the Haarlemmertrekvaart loop from Amsterdam Centraal
02:18
20.7km
6:40/km
40m
40m
Expert
398
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4
Westelijke Merwedekanaaldijk – Flevopark loop from Java-eiland
01:16
11.7km
6:29/km
40m
40m
Intermediate
5.0
(2)
318
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.