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The Gulp River in Gulpen – Gulpen Marketsquare loop from Simpelveld

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The Gulp River in Gulpen – Gulpen Marketsquare loop from Simpelveld

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The Gulp River in Gulpen – Gulpen Marketsquare loop from Simpelveld

01:11

19.1km

160m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 17, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 673 m for 114 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

729 m

Simpelveld Railway Station and Railway Museum

Highlight • Monument

Here you can touch the station's nostalgia. Old
Wagons and locomotives. The station was the first international rail link between Germany and the Netherlands around 1846. This route initially connected …

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2

4.26 km

St. Agatha's Church, Eys

Highlight • Religious Site

The medieval parish church of St. Agatha in Eys, demolished in 1745, was located on a hill above the village. On behalf of the hereditary marshal of the Bishopric of …

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3

4.40 km

Between Wittem and Eys

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The cycle path leads here over a road (van Plettenbergweg), but is clearly marked in color.
Coming from Wittem, the road climbs steadily uphill to a beautiful large rest area. This is followed by a small descent to Eys.

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4

7.33 km

Wittem Castle

Highlight • Castle

Essentially, the quadrangular castle has been preserved as it was built in the 14th century. However, its defensive walls were removed and a hotel was set up inside.

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5

8.66 km

Abels Bikes Gulpen

Highlight • Rest Area

Bike problems during vacation. Resolved within 24 hours. Excellent service at Abels Bikes in Gulpen.

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6

8.98 km

The Gulp River in Gulpen

Highlight • River

Beautifully designed town center of Gulpen with the Gulp stream

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7

9.45 km

Gulpen Marketsquare

Highlight • Cafe

Gulpen Market is right on the Gulp. The flair at the creek was beautifully designed by the surrounding gastronomy and the creek design.

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8

9.55 km

Crucible of Evolution sculpture, Gulpen

Highlight • Monument

The sculpture is located in Gulpen on the Deken Schneidersstraat.

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B

19.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

15.6 km

1.73 km

1.47 km

245 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

10.5 km

6.90 km

1.45 km

312 m

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Highest point (180 m)

Lowest point (90 m)

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Tuesday 30 June

26°C

15°C

29 %

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