In the last couple of years I've started to do some light touring on my Dutch bike. 3sp hub, high handlebars, gear in the grocery panniers. Lazy, happy cruising. 60km feels like a big day at those speeds. Running shoes are great for visiting some old castle or fortress at lunchtime.
The hills are bothersome, though. I really like to stand up and pull when riding my road or mountain bike. Can't do that very well on flat pedals. So I sit back down and grind away in slow motion. Eventually I get there.