Hidden arts

9,4 km
Cpunt Hoofddorp
Discover the hidden art and culture in Hoofddorp during the cycling route. Like, for example, the Mannetje van Hoofddorp and De Rode Aap - do you know who they are?
Mill the Firstling

You will find out during this tour. It is a varied cycling tour through Hoofddorp with surprising elements. This way you discover all kinds of interesting places while cycling that you would never have seen otherwise! 

Starting point

The cycle route starts at Theater van C. on Raadhuisplein in Hoofddorp. 

1 Hotel Novotel Amsterdam Schiphol Airport

This modern 4-star hotel is a real eye-catcher due to its special architecture. The hotel is located 200 meters from Hoofddorp station and is therefore easily accessible. Novotel Amsterdam Schiphol Airport has no fewer than 314 trendy and comfortable rooms. There are also seventeen meeting rooms, a restaurant with a unique 3D animation concept and a cozy bar. 
 

Novotel from the side with cozy terrace

2 Mill the Firstling

After this you cycle to Mill the Firstling. This mill is a historical monument in Hoofddorp – and it is still in operation! You can also buy freshly ground flour here, directly from the miller. The mill has a special history. In 1977 it was moved from the center of Hoofddorp to the current location at the Fort near Hoofddorp on the Hoofdvaart. It was a unique move, for a monument weighing no less than 100.000 kilos! 
 

Mill the Firstling

3 Fortress of Hoofddorp

After that you will pass it Fortress of Hoofddorp. There is much to experience at this unique location. For example, you can attend theater performances and concerts in the open-air theater and view exhibitions in this beautiful monumental building. You can also enjoy a delicious lunch or dinner at restaurant Fort NOXX. 

Fortress of Hoofddorp

End point

The route ends where you started, at Theater van C.. Have you been inspired to do this fun cycling route? Then quickly view the entire route via the link below! 

More about the starting point

Starting point route
Theater of C.
Town Hall Square 3
2132 TZ Hoofddorp
The Netherlands