So an easy exit from Groningen and the landscape quickly changes to forestttscks – very attractive with a variety of campsites. However after passing through Borger, I carry on a bit further west to Schonloo. The hotel faces a roundabout so more Motel but takes some time to get a beer after being redirected from my outside seat which is evidently reserved . Forget to say that 3rd landmark photo is bagged – a clump of ancient stones called Dolmen ( No19 in the area to be precise). Took a bit of finding off main route.
The next morning, some furious pedalling through more forest tracks and across grassland – some weekend cyclists out in full kit all looking like Chris Hoy and slowing down for no-one ! Also some people out jogging apparently miles from anywhere – how did they get there ??? I’m missing something . So Saturday is approaching scorchio and I wince when I see an another bit of open exposed road cutting across a field ahead of me . Through uninspiring Emmen and Coevorden to the modern looking town of Hardenburg . Set on a waterway – it’s neat with lots of functional low rise housing but all well-cared for . People are out at bars / restaurants on a Sat nite enjoying themselves so who am I to judge. ( OK – I already have done ).
Big field of spinach ??
Lazy cows
Interesting menu item .,
Dolmen No. Nnnnnnineteen
19!
Round the Netherlands by bike 
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