Land van de Peel Textile Route │Made in Brabant

Here, you get a taster of the industrialisation in this region and of the textiles that still fulfil a significant role. Start at Helmond Castle and drive past major international textile manufacturers, via the Zuid-Willemsvaart canal to Aarle-Rixtel, then through ‘t Gulden Land nature reserve and water gateway and on to Gemert-Bakel. Gemert Castle and ‘t Gulden Land are also great places to start. The route takes you past two interesting museums, among other things, where you learn more about the handicrafts such as weaving that have been practiced here for years. Be amazed by the stunning country estates and castles, which you read all about on the route. And at the end of the trip, you will understand what makes this part of the Land van de Peel somewhat contrary. It is a strength that may well assure that the products from this region go all over the world.

Visit Land van de Peel

Discover the many highlights of the Land van de Peel. Come to the quirky southeast of Brabant and walk over wooden walkways in De Groote Peel National Pak or cycle past the blooming heaths on Strabrechtse Heide. Step through the gates of centuries’ old castles, experience the industrial history and raise a glass to the good life. Stimulate your senses in the many museums and explore the charming villages filled with sights. 
In the Land van de Peel, wedged between Eindhoven and Limburg, unexplored paths spark your curiosity and challenge you to new adventures. Come and admire, enjoy and pioneer. Make magical memories in the Land van de Peel.

About this route
This cycle route was created by VisitBrabant Routebureau. The route was laid out via the North Brabant bicycle junction system. Simply cycle from one numbered junction to the next. Arrows show you the way between the junctions. If you encounter a problem with the route’s signposting, please report this to us via visitbrabant.com/meldpunt. You can also call 0800-4050050 (free of charge).

Made in Brabant routes
Brabant: the creative engine of the Netherlands. No less than 24% of the Dutch manufacturing industry production is still made in Brabant. Old crafts, industrial heritage but also innovative companies can be found in many places in the province, each with their own exceptional story. From old crafts such as tanning leather to brewing beer to the large multinationals and smaller creative businesses: Brabant has them all. We combine beautiful countryside with (old) industries and characteristic Brabant cycling and walking routes.