In Bunde, an idyllic town in the district of Leer in East Frisia, Germany, there are numerous opportunities for hiking. The geographical location of Bunde is particularly attractive: nestled between the rivers Ems and Dollart, the region offers a unique landscape with meadows, fields and small patches of forest.
Maps and trails
The 10 most beautiful hikes in Bunde
Hiking Trail
Watten-Route
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
Open
423.9 km
101:16 h
15 m
14 m
Experience a cross-border hike along the UNESCO World Natural Heritage Wadden Sea from Friesland (NL), through Groningen (NL) to East Frisia (DE). On a hike, you have the opportunity to explore the Wadden Sea area. Who can say they have walked along the largest tidal area in the world on foot? Because only here do you hike across borders! On the long-distance hiking trail "Watten-Route," which is part of the European long-distance hiking trail E9, you hike from the Netherlands to East Frisia (DE) and experience fascinating landscape sections.
Hiking Trail
· Ostfriesland
Watten-Route - 1st stage - from Bad Nieuweschanz to Weener
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
Open
11.7 km
2:50 h
18 m
12 m
The first stage of the Watten-Route takes you from the border at Bad Nieuweschanz (Netherlands) via Bunde to the beautiful harbor town of Weener.
Hiking Trail
· Ostfriesland
European long-distance path E9
recommended route
Difficulty
T1
difficult
174.7 km
41:45 h
119 m
121 m
The European long-distance path E9 is a cross-border coastal trail from Portugal to the Baltics. This shows the route in the northwestern part of Germany. This is the (partly former) association area of the Wiehengebirgsverband Weser-Ems e.V.
Hiking Trail
· Lower Saxony
Ems-Dollart Path/Emsweg
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
Open
26 km
6:15 h
14 m
11 m
The Rheiderland between the Ems and Dollart offers an impressive distant view over meadows and fields with its flat landscape. Windmills shape the landscape.
Hiking Trail
· Groningen Province
Flora and Fauna Route
27.4 km
6:36 h
18 m
17 m
The Nieuwe Statenzijl lock complex on the Dollart marks the boundary between land and water as well as the border between Germany and the Netherlands.
Hiking Trail
· Emsland
Meppen Emsmündung 100 km Marsch
Difficulty
T1
difficult
105.3 km
25:15 h
46 m
58 m
Die Tour folgt von Meppen aus grob dem Verlauf der Ems bis zur Mündung der Ems in das Wattenmeer. Die Wanderung ist ohne großartige Steigung als entspannte 100 km in 24 h Tour gedacht und führt damit auch an Supermärkten, etc. vorbei.
Hiking Trail
· Groningen Province
Border-crossing hike on Groot Frieslandpad - 22 from B.L. Tijdenskanaal to Papenburg via Vellage and Völlen
Difficulty
difficult
20.2 km
4:50 h
9 m
9 m
Hiking Trail
· Groningen Province
Border-crossing hike on the Europäischer Fernwanderweg E9 / International coastal route, Deutschland, Niedersachsen, from Oudezijl to Weener via Bunde, Möhlenwarf, and Holthusen
Difficulty
difficult
12.6 km
3:00 h
11 m
12 m
Hiking Trail
· Groningen Province
Border-crossing hike on Noaberpad Etappe 01 from Bad Nieuweschans to Westerwolde via Oudeschans
Difficulty
difficult
22.7 km
5:25 h
6 m
7 m
Hiking Trail
· Groningen Province
Border-crossing hiking round trip on Noaberpad Etappe 01 from Oudeschans via Bellingwolde
Difficulty
difficult
15.9 km
3:50 h
5 m
5 m
For nature and hiking lovers, there are various hiking tours in Bunde and the surrounding area. One popular route leads along the dike on the Ems. Here you can take a leisurely walk or cover longer distances. The view of the water and the passing ships always provides impressive moments.
Another highlight are the numerous hiking trails through the picturesque moorland around Bunde. The "Moorweg" moorland experience trail is particularly recommended here. On this circular trail, visitors can not only marvel at the fascinating flora of the moor, but also learn a lot about its origins and significance.
Families also get their money's worth when hiking in Bunde. There are specially designated routes for children where they can discover nature in a playful way. One example is the "animal trail", where little adventurers can look for all kinds of animal tracks and get exciting information about local species.
The best seasons for hiking in Bunde are spring and summer, when everything is in bloom and green. But even in autumn, a hike through the colourful foliage has its own special charm. In winter, on the other hand, you can go on a wonderful snowy hike when the weather is clear.
In summary, Bunde and its surroundings are a true paradise for hiking enthusiasts. The geographical location between the Ems and Dollart rivers offers a varied landscape to explore. Whether along the dyke on the Ems, through the fascinating moor or on special children's trails - everyone will find a suitable hiking route here. So lace up your hiking boots and set off on unforgettable hikes in Bunde!
Another highlight are the numerous hiking trails through the picturesque moorland around Bunde. The "Moorweg" moorland experience trail is particularly recommended here. On this circular trail, visitors can not only marvel at the fascinating flora of the moor, but also learn a lot about its origins and significance.
Families also get their money's worth when hiking in Bunde. There are specially designated routes for children where they can discover nature in a playful way. One example is the "animal trail", where little adventurers can look for all kinds of animal tracks and get exciting information about local species.
The best seasons for hiking in Bunde are spring and summer, when everything is in bloom and green. But even in autumn, a hike through the colourful foliage has its own special charm. In winter, on the other hand, you can go on a wonderful snowy hike when the weather is clear.
In summary, Bunde and its surroundings are a true paradise for hiking enthusiasts. The geographical location between the Ems and Dollart rivers offers a varied landscape to explore. Whether along the dyke on the Ems, through the fascinating moor or on special children's trails - everyone will find a suitable hiking route here. So lace up your hiking boots and set off on unforgettable hikes in Bunde!
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