Münster & the Surroundings

Day 1: Arrival in Münster
Arrive in Münster and settle in at your hotel and you can then begin your exploration of this energetic university city.  The historical city center is a highlight with its charming Prinzipalmarkt square, lined with 48 gabled buildings. The Salzstrasse, or "salt road", is the oldest mercantile street in the city. Once a trade route, it is now the main shopping district.  It is a dedicated pedestrian area buzzing with activity.

Your subsequent days are entirely up to you! You will be provided route descriptions for seven different cycling itineraries and you decide! Your rental bike will be available from 10 am on the day of arrival and can be used until 6 pm on the day of departure.

• Tour 1: Haus Langen – Telgte, 28 mi. (45 km) 
  This route begins with a journey along the Dortmund-Ems Canal, guiding you through Boniburgerwald. As you follow the Werse River, you'll soon find yourself in the charming suburb of Handorf, also known as the "Dorf der großen Kaffeekannen" or the "village of the large coffee pots,". After crossing the Ems, you'll encounter Haus Langen and its neighboring nature conservation area, offering various viewing towers, platforms, and benches to immerse yourself in the natural surroundings. Continuing along the path, you will reach the quaint pilgrimage town of Telgte, where small half-timbered houses, a picturesque market square, and the Baroque pilgrimage chapel await. On the return journey to Münster, you'll pass through the Emsauerpark and the Delsener Heide before reaching the rural community of Kasewinkel. It is worth taking a break at Pleistermühle, a historic country inn with its own beer garden, before you return to the city of Münster along the tree-lined shores of the Werse
   
• Tour 2: Schloss Senden – Senden, 30 mi. (49 km)
  This tour begins along the Aasee and takes you through Mecklenbeck and Albachten, ultimately leading to Schloss Senden. On the return journey, you'll follow the Dortmund-Ems Canal, passing by the Venner Moor and Hitruper See. Departing from the Aasee, you'll venture into the Mecklenbeck suburb, where you will pass Haus Ruhr, an 18th-century noble estate designed by Johann Conrad Schlaun. Your path will wind through woodlands and meadows until you reach the Stever River and its adjacent castle, featuring a charming café. Alternatively, you have the option to stop at Hof Grothues-Potthoff, where you can taste regional dishes and a variety of cakes. Just beyond Senden, you'll join the Dortmund-Ems Canal, guiding you past Hiltruper See and its harbor as you make your way back to Münster.
   
• Tour 3: Baumberge / Longinusturm – Havixbeck, 30 mi. (48 km) 
  This tour will take you to the Longinusturm, a structure perched on the highest point in Münsterland at 188 meters within the scenic Baumberge hills. Along the way, you'll encounter Burg Hülshoff, featuring its park and café, as well as Vögeding. The Longinusturm offers a magnificent panoramic view of Münsterland and was erected at the beginning of the 20th century, showcasing the typical lime sandstone of the Baumberg hills. For the return downhill journey, you'll cross the beautiful parkland which leads you back to the city.

   

• Tour 4: Burg Hülshoff, 17 mi. (27 km) 
  This cycling excursion will guide you to one of the most renowned castles in Münsterland, Burg Hülshoff. Along the way, you'll encounter Schloss Münster, which stands as the largest property in Münster and has been home to the Westfälische Wilhelms-Universität since 1954. Nestled behind the castle are the Botanical Gardens within the park. Your journey continues beyond Münster, passing by Haus Rüschhaus and arriving at Burg Hülshoff, which holds significance as the birthplace and childhood home of Annette von Droste-Hülshoff. The return route will take you through Roxel, leading to the Aasee lake, and along Aaseeterrasse, ultimately bringing you back to the hotel.
   
• Tour 5: Rieselfelder Münster – Greven, 28 mi. - 37 mi. (44 km - 60 km) 
  Venturing through Rieselfelder, a nature and bird park, leads you to Greven and the captivating ruins of Burg Schöneflieth. Your journey begins with a scenic detour around the city of Münster along the promenade, passing by the Buddenturm, the last vestige of the old city wall. Traversing the historic Kreuzviertel, you'll cross the Aa to reach Rieselfelder, designated as a European bird protection area. This sanctuary offers refuge to endangered bird species and remains a cherished destination for Münster's residents. Just before arriving in Greven, you'll encounter the ruins of Burg Schöneflieth. Here, you'll have the option to visit the Sachsenhof open-air museum or return to Münster. On your homeward journey, follow the canal to the Münster locks and then continue through the Erphoviertel, ultimately leading you back to your hotel.
   
• Tour 6: Hohe Ward – Lake Hiltrup, 20 mi. (31 km) 
  You pedal along the Dortmund-Ems Canal to the forest area of Hohe Ward and onward to Hiltruper See. The Hohe Ward serves as a local recreation area. Shady paths lead through the nature reserve of Wolbecker Tiergarten to the stunningly beautiful Werserradweg (cycling trail). The way back passes the Drostenhof, a manor house dating back to the 16th century. Returning, you follow the meandering Werse River leading to the gates of Münster. After a short detour in Lütkenbeck, you will cycle back to the hotel.
   
• Tour 7: Münster – Sculpture Projects, 12 mi. (18 km) 
  On this route you will experience art in the open. The “Skulp-tur Projekte” art exhibition takes place in Münster every 10years. Some of the sculptures then become a fixed part of the urban landscape. Along with the “Skulptur Projekte”, there are other installations that you can visit today on your tour.You start off cycling towards Aasee, a large artificial lake in the centre of Münster with lovely lakeside paths. Here you will find the ‘Giant Pool Balls’ by Claes Oldenburg, perhaps the most well-known work of the Skulptur Projekte. Past the Wilhelms-Universität you continue to the promenade, a car-free boulevard laid along the city’s old ring of fortifications which takes you along a shady path around the city center. It is worth visiting theFriedensaal in the Town Hall, the St. PaulsDom with the world clock or one of the many museums

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There are two options for accommodations.
The 4-star Kaiserhof Hotel is located directly across from the Münster Main Station. The hotel offers spa services including a steam bath, a bio sauna, and a Finnish sauna. You will be accommodated in a superior room.
You can upgrade to the 4-star Atlantic Hotel, centrally located in Münster between the railway station and the Promenade. Unique in Münster and throughout the city is the bar on the 6th floor with a fantastic view over the historic city center.

Bicycles

Standard Bicycle

Exclusive for tour provider

• Aluminum step-through frame
• Small, medium, large frame sizes
• Front suspension
• Puncture proof tires
• Shimano 7 speed gearing
• Coaster brake
• Padded comfort saddle
• Rear rack
• LED front & rear lights via battery operation
• Bottle cage

Accessories

• One 20 liters pannier bag
• Speedometer

Electric Bike

Velo de Ville Electric Bike

• Aluminum step-through frame
• Small, medium, large frame sizes
• Front suspension
• Small, medium, large frame size
• Shimano 8-speed gearing
• Bosch Active Plus motor
• 500 watt battery
• 80 - 150 km range
• Coaster brake
• Padded comfort saddle
• LED front & rear lights via battery operation
• Rear rack
• Bottle cage

Accessories

• One 20 liters pannier bag
• Speedometer