From nobility to industrial sights – culture and nature in Münsterland

Cycling and Münsterland go hand in hand. The unspoilt landscape, well-developed network of paths, pretty villages and the impressive sights make this region in North Rhine-Westphalia a dream for cyclists. Even though the paths are predominantly flat, there’s plenty of variety. In this Collection, we present six particularly beautiful Tours in Münsterland that focus on nature and culture. Expect magnificent buildings, historical treasures, picturesque villages and idyllic, soothing nature.

The six trails we show you in this Collection are designed as day Tours. Thanks to the flat topography of the Münsterland and the numerous highlights along the way, the routes make a super trip for the whole family. If you want to pedal a little longer, then check out the 140-kilometre (87 mi) Aa-Vechte Tour which is ideal for a two-stage weekend trip. You get to know the region along the Dutch border at your own pace. If two days are too long for you, you can just do one of the 60-kilometre (37 mi) stages instead.

There are many places to cycle in the Münsterland if these journeys whet your appetite for more. You can ride around the town of Ahlen which is full of contrasts, through the quiet countryside around Borken, the romantic Lippe Valley and check out the cement works near Beckum. All Tours have one thing in common – they offer the perfect mix of nature and culture.

You find plenty of opportunities to stop for a bite to eat en route, at the very latest at the finish line. It’s still worth packing some provisions and having a picnic at one of the beautiful rating places on the banks of a river or lake.

If you travel to Münsterland without a car, you can easily reach the individual starting points by train. There are also bicycle buses to various places in the region on weekends and holidays.

If you are travelling in the Münsterland without a car, then you can get to the individual starting points by train in a very relaxed way. On weekends and holidays, there are also bicycle buses that travel to various points in the region (for more information, click here: muensterland.com/en/tourism/topics/cycling/service-for-cyclists/bicycle-and-fietsen-buses/). If you’re planning several Tours at once, the charming city of Münster is the perfect base camp.

Embark on a Tour of discovery through the diverse Münsterland region – ideally on your Leeze (the regional word for bicycle). Typical Münsterland.