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Sploder Motortoertocht 2016 vanuit Nieuw Heeten
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RouteXpert Hans Lamers - RouteXpert
Last edit: 31-03-2025
Route Summary
The Splodertocht, this is a tour that used to be held annually.
The tour is made, organized and driven by people who live nearby or come from Espelo, a hamlet of the municipality of Holten. Motorcyclists from Holten and Nieuw-Heeten are often part of the party. It is a day trip that is often accompanied by a duo passenger (usually the wife). Every year they try to find a few people who can or want to put together an exciting route.

The meeting point and start of the route is at Café Vree-Egberts in Nieuw-Heeten.
This route was driven on 19-06-2016.
The route gets 4 stars and is compatible with Garmin, TomTom, Open streetmaps and Navigation next.
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Duration
6h 12m
Mode of travel
Car or motorcycle
Distance
218.67 km
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Het Monument voor de Razzia van 14 oktober 1944
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This route, starting and ending in Nieuw-Heeten in Overijssel, goes through Twente, the Achterhoek and even a bit of Germany.

You start the engine and feel the familiar vibrations under your hands. The air is fresh, the road ahead of you is smooth, and the club members of MC Freewheels, motorcyclists from Espelo(splo) and the surrounding area gather in Nieuw-Heeten at Café Vree-Egberts. The annual touring event is about to begin. Today you will ride a beautiful route through Twente, the Achterhoek and even a bit of Germany. The goal: a wonderful ride and a special activity.

With the growling sound of multiple engines around you, you set off. The group rides in a flowing formation, enjoying the winding roads and the landscape that glides by. Small villages, vast meadows and atmospheric forests alternate. You feel the freedom of motorcycling on every meter of the road.

A special moment during the ride is the stop at the Monument for the raid of October 14, 1944. You read about the dramatic events from the Second World War and decide to get off and follow the path to the left of the monument. After about 500 meters, a sign points you to a hiding place, hidden in the woods near Holten. At the time, people were hiding here to escape the Arbeitseinsatz. The realization of this history makes an impression and gives an extra dimension to the ride.

After this impressive stop you continue driving and come through the picturesque Diepenheim. This town on the Regge, one of the eight medieval towns of Twente, is known for its castles, manors and beautiful gardens. The atmosphere breathes history and art. A short break here is a welcome break to take in the beauty of the surroundings.

The route takes you further along Selvink Molen, a recreation park that is worth a visit. The park offers a camping site, a Burgundian grill restaurant and a play paradise. The old mill from 1866, a national monument, towers proudly above the park. Enjoying a pancake or a cup of coffee in this environment makes the ride even more special.

The second part of the ride takes you past a historical site from World War II: the V1 launch site at Joppe. Although only a small part of the launch track is visible, an information board provides some explanation about the V1 rockets that were launched here. It reminds you how this region was once in the grip of war and technology.

During the rest of the route you will pass various places where you can stop for a cup of coffee or a nice photo. The kilometers glide by while the sun slowly sets. When you finally return to Nieuw-Heeten, you feel the satisfaction of a successful day. The ride, the impressive stops and the togetherness with the club have made this tour an unforgettable adventure.

You turn off your engine, look around again and know: you'll be there again next year.

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Avonturenpark Serving molen
Start toertocht, Vree-Egberts Nieuw-Heeten
V1 lanceerplaats WOII
Keltisch Koffiehuis
Traces of war
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