Our bicycle app "Backyard"
Day trips
What could be more beautiful than exploring our park and the surroundings on two wheels? Fresh air, exercise, and the freedom to discover the most beautiful places at your own pace - Van der Valk wants to make this possible for you. That's why we have developed Backyard - the bicycle app that connects your hotel stay with customized, beautiful bike routes in the immediate vicinity of your Van der Valk hotel.
Backyard is the ultimate app for those who not only want to enjoy their stay, but also experience it. Whether you are an avid cyclist or simply enjoy leisurely rides through nature - with Backyard, you can turn every ride into a local adventure. The app offers you a selection of carefully curated routes developed by our experts and local connoisseurs. Each route takes you through picturesque landscapes, along idyllic rivers, or through vibrant cities with their own unique character.
Each route in Backyard is provided with interesting background information and recommendations, so that you can learn more about the region, its history, and its people along the way. This way, your bike tour will not only be a physical experience but also a cultural one.
Backyard is more than just a cycling app - it is your personal companion for unforgettable experiences. It combines movement, discovery, and relaxation in a perfect way. Whether you are staying for just one night or a whole week, whether you are traveling alone, with friends, or family - Backyard guides you to the special moments that make your journey unique.
Get inspired, hop on a bike, and experience the surroundings of your Van der Valk hotel in a new, authentic way. With Backyard, you will not only discover the most beautiful routes, but also the little stories that bring each region to life.
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Bike rental at the hotel: €12.50 per day
E-bike rental at the hotel: € 27.50 per day
For more information or reservations, please contact us by phone.+49 2841 146 0 via email moers@vandervalk.de Get in touch with us.
Do you have to pay for the app?
No, the app can be downloaded and used for free. You will also be able to use the app for free in the future.
Will more bike routes be added?
Yes, with each hotel, more routes will be added to the app! The app has just gone online, and the number of routes will increase significantly. So keep a close eye on the app!
Which data is collected from the users?
The data we have from you is the data you entered yourself during registration (email address, password, first and last name, gender, age, bicycle knowledge, and bicycle type). In addition, we collect information on how you use our app. For example, which features you use, which routes you ride, how much and how often you cycle, and information about the device you use. We will NEVER share privacy-related information with third parties.
How are these data used?
To communicate with you and promote the security and integrity of the app. Also, to improve our product and to measure and analyze the effectiveness of the app.
Where can you provide your feedback / experiences with the bicycle?
Users can provide their feedback at the reception, which will ensure that it is forwarded to the developers of the app.