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Pieter Smit Bridge – Oudeschans village loop from Scheemda

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Pieter Smit Bridge – Oudeschans village loop from Scheemda

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Pieter Smit Bridge – Oudeschans village loop from Scheemda

02:26

40.0km

60m

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: April 23, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 18.7 km for 50 m

After 18.9 km for 462 m

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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4.85 km

Pieter Smit Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

This is the longest bicycle bridge in Europe (800m) connecting Winschoten with Blauwestad. The bridge was built over a highway, a canal and part of the Oldambtmeer.
The views from the bridge are wonderful.

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2

14.9 km

Oudeschans

Highlight • Historical Site

The former fort Oudeschans with its historical flair and old trees invites you to linger.

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14.9 km

Oudeschans Wooden Drawbridge

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This red wooden drawbridge was built in 1976. It is a copy of the old drawbridge from the eighteenth century. Like its ancient predecessor, the bridge has a wooden gate. …

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15.3 km

Oudeschans village

Highlight • Settlement

A beautiful spot is this Dutch village.

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5

18.5 km

Monumental Farmhouse in Bellingwolde

Highlight • Monument

Many of these farms can still be admired here. The church and the mill are worth a visit.

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6

18.8 km

Magnus Church Bellingwolde

Highlight • Religious Site

beautiful old church

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7

22.0 km

Veendiep Lunch Café and Ice Cream Parlor

Highlight • Cafe

Beautiful place to stop during your bike ride. In my opinion you can enjoy delicious food and drinks there.

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8

35.7 km

Berg Mill Winschoten

Highlight • Monument

Of course you can't do without moles - :) Located right here in Winschoten on the Grintweg.

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40.0 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

20.7 km

16.4 km

2.05 km

745 m

141 m

Surfaces

17.6 km

16.5 km

5.66 km

146 m

143 m

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