Valkenburg has been one of the Netherlands' most important holiday destinations since around 1840, and tourism is the municipality's main source of income. This has much to do with the medieval town's picturesque location, but the extensive labyrinths of underground quarries also played an important role from the very beginning. However, the original idea of using the caves for air cures never came to fruition.

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Niek 🇳🇱

August 6, 2025

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Valkenburg aan de Geul is a charming town in the province of Limburg, in the south of the Netherlands. It is known for its hilly landscape, historic castle ruins, and the famous marl caves that you can visit. Valkenburg is also a popular tourist destination due to its beautiful scenery and exciting events, such as the Christmas market in the caves and the annual Amstel Gold Race cycling race.

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Ann Van Vlaenderen

August 12, 2025

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very nice town to visit

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1. Op de Vrouweheide Windmill – Schaloen Castle loop from Vetschau

115km

07:07

870m

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

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2. Groeve 't Rooth – Gulpenerberg Viewpoint loop from Houthem-Sint Gerlach

125km

08:07

1,560m

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3. Valkenburg on the Geul – Geul Gate, Valkenburg loop from Maastricht

26.9km

01:39

180m

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

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Elevation 90 m

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Location: Valkenburg Aan De Geul, Limburg, Netherlands

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Valkenburg on the Geul

1. Op de Vrouweheide Windmill – Schaloen Castle loop from Vetschau

2. Groeve 't Rooth – Gulpenerberg Viewpoint loop from Houthem-Sint Gerlach

3. Valkenburg on the Geul – Geul Gate, Valkenburg loop from Maastricht

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