When you say mythical, you say Elfstedentocht. In this case, it starts from Balk. So not traditionally, but first against the (NW) wind towards Dokkum. Moreover, parking in Balk is easy.
24-04-2021 cycled this route. Made 2 small corrections.
Completely paved and many wide bike paths.
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