2026

Bike and Barge Tour in the Netherlands

With the MS Rigoletto through the north of the Netherlands

Enkhuizen – Lemmer – Harlingen – Insel Texel – Enkhuizen

  • On the road in North Holland and Friesland
  • North Sea beaches & picturesque harbor towns
  • Texel Island, Wadden Sea
  • Full board included!
  • Daily routes ●●○○○, altitude profile ●○○○○
  • Bike & boat: MS Rigoletto

days
8

Ø km per day
40

Traveling by bike and barge in the Netherlands is truly a pleasure. You will get to know the IJsselmeer and the province of Friesland as well as the island of Texel in the North Sea and the old port city of Medemblik. You start your Bike and Barge Tour in the Netherlands in the small harbor town of Enkhuizen. Your ship, the MS Rigoletto, accompanies you during your cycle tour, so there is no need to pack your suitcase and you only ever cycle on the most beautiful sections of a route. In the north of Holland, you will find everything that is so typical of the Netherlands: canals and canals, once important trading towns such as Hoorn, colorful flower fields and windmills lie to the left and right of the flat cycle paths.

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  • Booking code
    NL-S-EENH7ri
  • Duration
    8 days / 7 nights
  • Arrival Days
    Saturdays
  • Travel documents Languages
    German, English
  • Print version PDF
    incl. ship description
  • Parking information Enkhuizen
    Free parking available at Enkhuizen train station, directly at the harbor and near the berth. No reservation possible through Radweg-Reisen.
  • Minimum number of participants
    Minimum number of participants to be reached 21 days before the start of the trip: 80 people
    Boat trips are subject to change due to weather, water level or technical conditions.
  • Own bikes
    If you do not need a rental bike, please indicate on the booking form whether you are traveling with your own bike or your own electric bike.
Bike and Barge Tour in the Netherlands
MS Rigoletto

Day 1: Individual arrival in Enkhuizen

Your Bike and Barge Tour in the Netherlands begins in charming Enkhuizen. After embarking in the afternoon, you have the rest of the day to take a closer look at the small harbor town. Right by the harbor, the Drommedaris will catch your eye. The fortified gate dates back to the 16th century and once protected the harbor. Afterwards, explore the pretty old town with its canals, churches and cafés before returning to your ship.

Port of Enkhuizen, Drommedaris

Welcome to Enkhuizen

Day 2: Enkhuizen - Hoorn, approx. 20 - 25 km

Start your first cycle tour today feeling relaxed. Pay a visit to the Zuiderzeemuseum, which is well worth seeing. It consists of an outdoor and indoor area and provides an insight into the history of the Zuiderzee, which became the IJsselmeer as a result of dykes. The route continues through the hinterland of Enkhuizen with its countless canals and seemingly endless expanses. Your destination for the day is the pretty little town of Hoorn. The former capital of West Friesland has many historical monuments for you to discover.

Hoorn, Netherlands

Port of Hoorn

Day 3: Hoorn - Lemmer (boat), round trip around Lemmer, approx. 30 - 45 km

In the morning, let the fresh sea air blow around your nose as you sail across the IJsselmeer. In Lemmer, you set off on a short excursion through the western part of Friesland, the province of lakes, canals and canals. You return to the ship via the Tjeukemeer and the towns of Munnekeburen and Scherpenzeel. If you would like to extend your cycle tour by a few kilometers, a detour to the nature reserve Rottige Meenthe and Brandemeer is worthwhile. On your return to Lemmer, visit the Woudagemaal, a steam pumping station that is over 100 years old.

Lemmer

Lemmer

Day 4: Lemmer - Stavoren, approx. 30 - 40 km, Stavoren - Harlingen (boat)

Today's stage of your bike and barge tour in the Netherlands takes you along the south coast of the province of Friesland. With the IJsselmeer never far away, you cycle along the Sondeler Leien lake, cross the Rijsterbos forest area, pass the Mokkebank bird sanctuary and reach Stavoren. From the oldest of the eleven Frisian towns, you can take a boat to Harlingen, which boasts pretty canal houses and a pretty harbor.

Netherlands, Harlingen

Town hall in Harlingen

Day 5: Cycle tour around Harlingen, approx. 45 km, Harlingen - Texel Island (boat)

Another varied day awaits you today on your trip by bike and boat on the IJsselmeer lake. First you will get to know the region around Harlingen. After your return, you will take the boat to Oudeschild on the island of Texel in the late afternoon. The largest of the West Frisian Islands is characterized by a rich flora and fauna, extensive sandy beaches and picturesque villages.

Netherlands, Texel Island

National park on the island of Texel

Day 6: Round trip on the island of Texel, approx. 30 - 50 km, island of Texel - Den Oever (boat)

Your cycling day is initially spent on the island of Texel. Plan your route according to your taste. You can choose from routes of different lengths. Whichever one you choose, you will enjoy the varied landscape and Texel's rich wildlife. In the afternoon, you return to the mainland from Oudeschild to the maritime town of Den Oever.

Sunrise island Texel

Day 7: Den Oever - Medemblik, approx. 40 - 70 km, Medemblik - Enkhuizen (boat)

Today you can choose between a short tour via Kolhorn or a long tour via Julianadorp. Enjoy a break on the beautiful sandy beach before heading to Medemblik. The town has the oldest harbor on the IJsselmeer. It was probably built as early as the 7th century. Take a stroll through the beautiful town center before getting back on the ship. A final boat trip takes you to your starting point, Enkhuizen.

Julianadorp, Beach

Beach in Julianadorp

Day 8: Individual departure

After breakfast and disembarkation (by 09:00), your bike and barge tour in the Netherlands  ends. You start your individual return journey.

Fishing hut in the Zuiderzee Museum, Enkhuizen

Fishing hut in the Zuiderzee Museum, Enkhuizen

Dates / Prices / Services

Season times and prices 2026

Arrival on Saturdays from 11.04.2026 to 03.10.2026Early booking discount: -30 €

Bookable dates are shown in the booking form. The season is dictated by the arrival date.

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MS Rigoletto - Main deck

Season A
11.04.
18.04.
25.04.
from899 €
Season B
02.05.
03.10.
from999 €
Season C
09.05.
12.09.
19.09.
26.09.
from1129 €
Season D
16.05. - 05.09.

from1279 €

All prices per person in a double cabin

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Services

  • 7 nights on board in double cabins with shower / WC
  • Full board (7 x breakfast, 6 x packed lunch, 7 x dinner)
  • Welcome drink, coffee and tea in the afternoon
  • Daily cabin cleaning, bed linen and towels are provided and changed if required
  • All port, bridge and lock fees
  • Daily bike tour briefing, on-board tour guide
  • Digital travel documents and route navigation via app
  • Service hotline (7 days, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.)
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Not included:

  • Ferry rides
  • Drinks on board and tips for tour guide and crew
  • Admission fees and excursions
  • Transfers

Minimum number of participants to be reached up to 21 days before departure: 80 persons
Changes in the itinerary due to weather, water level or technical conditions are possible and reserved.

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Children's discount

On this cycle tour, bookings with children are only possible on request.

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Additional services

Additional bookable services

Supplement double cabin for single use

price on request

Surcharge upper deck

149 €

All prices are per person

Rental bikes

Rental Bikes

Rental Bike
Rental Bike
59 €
E-Bike
E-Bike
179 €

Types of rental bikes

  • 7-gear unisex bike, derailleur gears with freewheel or coaster brake
  • Electric bike, 8-gear unisex bike with coaster brake or freewheel
Fittings

Waterproof pannier, repair kit (1 x per cabin), spare inner tube (1 x per cabin), pump (1 x per cabin)

Note

Only e-bikes with removable batteries are permitted on board.

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Route profile

  • Start / Destination
    Enkhuizen
  • Length
    approx. 195 – 275 km
    Daily routes ●●○○○
    between 25 and 55 km, Ø 40 km
    Altitude profile ●○○○○
  • Tour operated by
    Local cooperation partner
  • Mobility note
    The trip is not suitable for people with limited mobility.
Bike and boat on the IJsselmeer

days
8

Ø km per day
40