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    3. Day 7: Melle → Enschede

    Day 7: Melle → Enschede

    from Melle

    to Enschede

    114 kmDistance
    520 mElevation Gain
    Difficulty
    Traffic
    Melle - Enschede

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    Melle - Enschede
    Melle - Enschede
    Melle - Enschede
    Melle - Enschede
    Melle - Enschede

    Description

    Crossing the border into the Netherlands, I reached Enschede, a vibrant Dutch city. The Oude Markt, surrounded by lively cafes and bars, was the perfect place to experience Dutch hospitality. Cycling through Enschede, I felt the lively energy of the city's cultural scene. Additional Information: Enschede is home to the Rijksmuseum Twenthe, an art museum with an impressive collection spanning from the Middle Ages to contemporary art. The museum's diverse exhibits offer a glimpse into Dutch artistic heritage.

    Route

    114.0 km from Melle to Enschede, 520 m climbing, medium difficulty

    Start Point
    Melle
    End Point
    Enschede
    Country
    Germany, Netherlands
    Regions
    Gelderland, North Rhine-Westphalia, Overijssel
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    At a glance

    Distance

    114 km

    Difficulty

    Medium

    Ascent

    520 m

    Best time to ride

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    Before dark

    Riding on
    18 km/h
    Average speed

    About 8h 22m on the bike, with short stops

    10h of daylight at the finish

    Packing list

    Bike-specific essentials. Pack light, ride more.

    Hotel

    Everything you need for a comfortable cycling trip when staying in hotels or guesthouses.

    Bags & setup

    • Frame bag, seat pack or panniers
    • Small handlebar bag for valuables
    • Dry bags or zip bags

    Clothing

    • Cycling shorts or bib shorts
    • Cycling jersey or quick-dry shirt
    • Light insulation layer
    • Rain jacket
    • Socks and underwear
    • Gloves
    • Buff or thin hat
    • Off-bike clothes for the evening

    Tools & spares

    • Spare tube
    • Tyre levers
    • Mini pump or CO₂ inflator
    • Multitool
    • Patch kit
    • Chain quick link
    • Small bottle of chain lube
    • Zip ties and a little tape

    Navigation & power

    • Smartphone or GPS device
    • Handlebar mount
    • Charging cables
    • Power bank
    • Offline route or GPX file
    • Front and rear lights

    Food & water

    • Water bottles
    • Bars, nuts or other snacks
    • Small emergency food supply
    • Electrolytes for heat or long stages

    Personal items & documents

    • ID or passport
    • Bank card and some cash
    • Health insurance card
    • Sunscreen
    • First-aid kit
    • Personal medication
    • Toothbrush and small toiletries

    Camping extras

    Additional gear for bike trips with camping.

    Sleep system

    • Lightweight tent, bivy or tarp
    • Sleeping bag
    • Sleeping mat
    • Inflatable pillow or stuff sack
    • Earplugs

    Cooking & food

    • Small stove
    • Fuel
    • Pot or cup
    • Spoon or spork
    • Lighter
    • Lightweight meals
    • Water filter or purification tablets if needed

    Camp basics

    • Headlamp
    • Small microfibre towel
    • Biodegradable soap
    • Toilet paper
    • Trash bag
    • Extra dry bag for wet gear

    Tip Pack for the conditions, your route and the duration of your ride. Less weight means more freedom to go further.