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De Fryske Marren

The Luts Canal in Balk – Sloten Historic Town Centre loop from Sloten

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Netherlands

Friesland

De Fryske Marren

The Luts Canal in Balk – Sloten Historic Town Centre loop from Sloten

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5.0

(10)

136

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The Luts Canal in Balk – Sloten Historic Town Centre loop from Sloten

00:41

11.7km

20m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 20, 2026

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1.12 km

The Windmill in Sloten

Highlight (Segment) • Monument

Enjoy life!

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4.66 km

The Luts Canal in Balk

Highlight • River

Balk has a rich history, dating back to the Middle Ages. The village developed along the Luts, a historic river that was traditionally important for shipping. In the 19th century, …

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4.91 km

De Korenaar Bakery

Highlight • Cafe

Very tasty cakes, pastries, sweets and coffee to go. Seating outside the door possible.

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4.99 km

Old Town Hall of Balk

Highlight • Historical Site

Old Town Hall of Balk. Adjacent you will find the pleasant shopping street of Balk with various nice shops.

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11.4 km

Very well maintained, cute little town with typical Frisian charm - so idyllic that it is almost unbelievable. Especially nice: walk along the canal, admire the brick houses with their gables and watch the boats sail by.

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11.5 km

The Charming Little Village of Sloten

Highlight • Settlement

11.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.78 km

5.60 km

247 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

8.42 km

2.08 km

1.12 km

< 100 m

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Friday 22 May

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The Luts Canal in Balk – Sloten Historic Town Centre loop from Sloten

The Windmill in Sloten

The Luts Canal in Balk

De Korenaar Bakery

Old Town Hall of Balk

Sloten Historic Town Centre

The Charming Little Village of Sloten

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