The STOER fatbikes are perfectly suited to Naarden and its surroundings. Here you will discover why these fatbikes are an ideal fit for one of Europe's best preserved fortified towns. Naarden-Vesting has UNESCO World Heritage status as part of the Hollandse Waterlinies and is the oldest city in the Gooi region.
Perfectly suited for the ramparts
Naarden-Vesting is famous for its star shape with six bastions and a double ring of canals and ramparts. You can enjoy cycling along the ramparts with the cozy fortress on one side and green meadows on the other. With the UrbanX or CityX Take full advantage of the wide tires that provide grip on different surfaces.
Smooth ride through Gooi nature
Right next to the fortress is the Naardermeer, the first and oldest natural monument in the Netherlands (purchased in 1906 by Natuurmonumenten). With the wide tires of a STOER fatbike you ride comfortably on the bike paths along this beautiful nature reserve. The fatbike guarantees stability and safety, even on the shell paths through the woods and over the moors.
Agile and stable in the historic fortress
Naarden-Vesting has narrow cobbled streets and 173 national monuments. With the compact construction of a STOER fatbike, you navigate the city with ease. From the Marktstraat to the Turfpoortstraat, you remain stable and comfortable. The wide tires absorb the unevenness of the historic cobblestones.
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Ideal routes for fatbikers in Naarden
Naarden and the Gooi offer numerous bicycle routes through the bicycle junction network. Here are some highlights:
- Around Gooimeer (50 km): Via Huizen, Almere-Haven and the Hollandse Bridge across the water.
- Bailey route: Across the ramparts overlooking bastions, ravelins and the fortress moat.
- Naardermeer route: Along Holland's oldest natural monument with whisper boat rides.
- Colony Route: Over Gooi moors, along the fortress and through Laren and Blaricum.
- Goylant North Route: Through Spanderswoud, past ‘s-Graveland estates and the Westerheide.
- New Dutch Waterline: Along forts, shelters and hydraulic marvels.
- Vechtplassen route: Past mills, drawbridges and 17th-century country houses.
Sustainable and future-proof in Naarden
A fatbike is not only practical, but also sustainable. The municipality of Gooise Meren (of which Naarden is a part) encourages sustainable transportation. Cycling in this region often gets you to your destination faster than driving, especially in the busy Gooi.
With our CargoX cargo bike you can even transport your groceries or children without a car. Ideal in a historic fortress where parking is limited.