NoBreakfast Cycling Amsterdam –
Where it all began

Amsterdam is where NoBreakfast started. Before the canals glisten and the city stirs, we're already out. Multiple routes, one philosophy: early, fast, no bullshit.

The origin

NoBreakfast started in Amsterdam. A handful of cyclists who decided to use the morning differently — not behind a laptop, not in traffic, but on the road, long before the city picks up pace. What started as an informal group ride grew into a movement now active in Haarlem, Rotterdam, Den Haag, and Utrecht.

Amsterdam is home base. The place where the philosophy was born: before the noise, before the emails, before the daily routine — there is movement and intention.

Routes from Amsterdam

Amsterdam's location is an advantage: to the north lies Waterland, with quiet polders and forgotten peat roads. To the south runs the Amstel — one of the most beautiful cycling routes in North Holland, stretching toward Uithoorn, Aalsmeer, or Amstelveen. To the west: the Haarlemmermeer polder, flat roads perfectly suited for high average speeds.

Routes vary. Sometimes along familiar stretches, sometimes on roads even seasoned Amsterdam cyclists haven't ridden. That's part of the appeal.

Multiple pace groups

Amsterdam is the only NoBreakfast city with multiple groups departing at the same time. There's a high-pace group for experienced riders accustomed to 40+ km/h, and a slightly more moderate group for those building up their base. Both groups depart sharp at 6:30.

Know which group you belong to. An honest assessment of your own level makes the ride better — for you and for everyone else.

The community

Amsterdam has the largest NoBreakfast community. Routes are shared, starting points announced, and occasional events organised via WhatsApp. No membership fees, no registration — just join the group and show up at the agreed location.

NoBreakfast Amsterdam is also home to the running club. Every Wednesday at 6:45 AM from Lempicka for a 10 km run with pace groups of 5'00 and 5'30 per kilometre.

Join

Join the Amsterdam WhatsApp group. Departure is every weekday at 6:30 AM. The meeting point is announced weekly via the group. Be on time. Make sure your bike is ready. The rest takes care of itself.