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Coesfeld

Welcome to Coesfeld, a charming destination in the heart of Germany. As part of the Münsterland region, the town is surrounded by picturesque countryside and offers numerous sights as well as outdoor activities.

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Long Distance Cycling · Münsterland
Travelling along the Baumberg sandstone route
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 167.9 km
Duration 11:00 h
Ascent 1,120 m
Descent 1,120 m

The Baumberg Sandstone Route runs for almost 170 kilometres through the unique forest and hilly landscape of the Baumberge, the highest mountain ...

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from Monika Heindl,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
Long Distance Cycling · Germany
Europaroute (D-Route 3)
Premium content Difficulty moderate
Distance 972.1 km
Duration 67:00 h
Ascent 3,600 m
Descent 3,625 m

The Europaroute, or D-Route 3, runs right through Germany from the Dutch to the Polish border.

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from Wiebke Hillen,   Outdooractive Premium
Long Distance Cycling · Münsterland
Long-distance cycle route from Bocholt to Vreden
Premium content Difficulty moderate
Distance 161.3 km
Duration 8:00 h
Ascent 333 m
Descent 320 m

The long-distance cycle route in the German-Lower Rhine border region leads through the picturesque Münsterland and the tranquil Lower Rhine lowlands.

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from Antonie Schmid,   Outdooractive Premium
Hiking Trail · Teutoburg Forest
Pilgrimage Route 4: Bielefeld - Wesel
recommended route Difficulty
Distance 195.3 km
Duration 47:50 h
Ascent 748 m
Descent 840 m

The path of the pilgrims of St. James from Bielefeld to Wesel leads across the Münsterland and connects at the Lower Rhine to pilgrimage routes ...

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Westfälischer Heimatbund
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 75.3 km
Duration 4:30 h
Ascent 158 m
Descent 133 m

This route runs mainly on forest, field, and meadow paths without significant climbs. Impressive sights include the baroque water castle Ahaus and ...

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from Land Nordrhein-Westfalen,   Outdooractive Editors
Bicycle Rides · Münsterland
Dülmen - Gerleve and back
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 49.7 km
Duration 3:23 h
Ascent 193 m
Descent 197 m

A beautiful route in the Baumberge - especially suitable for e-bikes

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from Frank Czapla,   Community
Bicycle Rides · Münsterland
From Coesfeld to Gerleve Monastery
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 26.8 km
Duration 1:45 h
Ascent 168 m
Descent 168 m

This beautiful circular route takes us past typical Münsterland farmsteads through the gently rolling fields around Coesfeld. Our path is lined ...

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Bicycle Rides · Hohe Mark-Westmünsterland
HoheMark RadRoute - Middle Loop
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 131.1 km
Duration 8:50 h
Ascent 151 m
Descent 151 m

Route: Borken - Velen - Gescher - Coesfeld - Reken - Heiden - Dorsten - Schermbeck - Raesfeld

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from Dagmar Beckmann,   Naturpark Hohe Mark
Hiking Trail · Münsterland
R 17: Through the Coesfeld Heath
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 11.5 km
Duration 2:47 h
Ascent 13 m
Descent 13 m

This circular hiking route follows the footsteps of the mystic Anna Katharina Emmerick through the Coesfeld Heath. Directly on the path lies the ...

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from Westfälischer Heimatbund e.V.,   Westfälischer Heimatbund
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 15.1 km
Duration 3:46 h
Ascent 52 m
Descent 99 m

On the first certified hiking route in the Westphalian Bight, you can learn a lot about the culture of Münsterland on this section following the ...

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from Jupp Räkers,   Community
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Geographically, Coesfeld is located on the western edge of the Teutoburg Forest and east of the Netherlands. The town itself is known for its 16th-century half-timbered houses, which characterise the historic town centre.

There are many tourist highlights for visitors to discover, including Coesfeld Castle with its impressive baroque garden or Liesborn Abbey Museum, which offers insights into the history of the region.

Cultural highlights include the annual "Coesfelder Sommer" cultural festival, which features concerts, theatre performances and art exhibitions. The jazz festival "Jazz & More" also attracts music lovers every year.

Those looking for culinary delights will also find them here: In Coesfeld you can enjoy regional specialities such as pumpernickel or Westphalian ham as well as try international cuisine in restaurants.

Outdoor fans can experience hiking or cycling here on well-developed paths through fields and meadows - especially beautiful in spring when everything is in bloom! In winter, take a walk through the snow-covered Sababurg Zoo - a true idyll!

Even if it should rain, there are plenty of activities: You can retreat with a book in the town library or use the indoor swimming pool.

In Coesfeld you will experience a mixture of nature, culture and culinary delights - a destination that is definitely worth a visit! As a travel guide, we definitely recommend visiting the historical sights as well as hiking and cycling in the summer months.

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