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Dersum

Welcome to Dersum, a charming destination in Emsland, Germany. This Travel Guide provides you with all the important information about the geographical location and special features of Dersum as well as tourist attractions, cultural highlights and events, culinary specialities and outdoor activities.

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Long Distance Cycling · Münsterland
Ems Cycle Route
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 158.7 km
Duration 10:40 h
Ascent 57 m
Descent 78 m

From the sources to the mouth

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Emsland Tourismus GmbH
Long Distance Hiking · Münsterland
Emsweg
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 160.4 km
Duration 38:20 h
Ascent 12 m
Descent 39 m

The Emsweg runs for 162 km from Rheine to Leer/East Frisia. It follows flat terrain either directly along the Ems river or nearby. Until now, the ...

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from Benedikt Loheide,   Community
Long Distance Cycling · Emsland
Emsland Route (300 km)
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 308.6 km
Duration 20:40 h
Ascent 223 m
Descent 223 m

Over a distance of around 300 kilometers, this route leads through the beautiful river landscape of the Ems and shows everything that the Emsland ...

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from Emsland Touristik GmbH / Ordeniederung 249716 Meppen / Tel.: 05931-442266 / www.emsland.com,   Emsland Tourismus GmbH
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 122.5 km
Duration 27:39 h
Ascent 18 m
Descent 25 m

Walked route from 2024-01-20, created from my GPS recording. Further track data of the hike are listed under "Additional Info." Also a contribution ...

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from Benjamin Wasslowski,   Community
Long Distance Cycling · Emsland
Emsland route for handbikers
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 280.3 km
Duration 18:45 h
Ascent 336 m
Descent 336 m

On the classic cycling route through Emsland, you encounter the land and people and discover much of what the region has to offer.

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Emsland Tourismus GmbH
Long Distance Cycling · Emsland
Emsland Route (395 km)
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 395.4 km
Duration 26:30 h
Ascent 227 m
Descent 227 m

Over a distance of around 395 kilometers, this route leads through the beautiful river landscape of the Ems and shows everything that the Emsland ...

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from Johanna Lübbers,   Emsland Tourismus GmbH
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 63.9 km
Duration 4:14 h
Ascent 45 m
Descent 49 m

from my birthplace Münster to the island of Borkum on old paths, along the Werse and Ems rivers with detours to favorite places and new discoveries ...

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from Ulla Moormann,   Community
Long Distance Cycling · Teutoburg Forest
Ems cycle route
recommended route Difficulty
Distance 390.8 km
Duration 26:10 h
Ascent 8 m
Descent 138 m

The "Ems cycle route" leads past almost untouched moors and forests, along cultivated meadows and fields, and lovingly maintained farms to the ...

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from Rainer Gerdes / Insa Wutschke,   Ostfriesland Tourismus
Long Distance Cycling · Groningen Province
Germany's Periphery | Stage 39: Ter Apel to Emden
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 91.2 km
Duration 4:50 h
Ascent 116 m
Descent 126 m

The goal is to cycle around Germany and, at the end, to ride along the inner-German border. This is the stage from Ter Aper to Emden.

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from 🗣 Stefan aus Durach,   Community
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 560.6 km
Duration 32:00 h
Ascent 119 m
Descent 119 m

Bicycle tour round trip (START possible anywhere) with 9 to 10 daily stages; here from Bremen through the Ammerland, along the Ems, through the ...

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from Wolfgang Hommers,   Community
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Geography & special features: Dersum is located in the western part of the Emsland region between the towns of Papenburg and Meppen. The municipality borders the Netherlands and is crossed by numerous rivers, including the Leda and the Dortmund-Ems Canal. The many windmills around the village are also a special highlight.

Sights: There are some interesting sights to discover in Dersum. One of them is certainly the historic mill "De Hoop", an old Dutch windmill dating back to 1854. The local history museum with its exhibitions on the history of the village is also worth a visit.

Cultural Highlights & Events: An absolute highlight for those interested in culture is the annual Schützenfest in summer or the traditional Christmas market in winter - both events attract many guests every year.

Culinary delights: The regional cuisine has a lot to offer: Be sure to try the famous asparagus from Emsland or enjoy hearty dishes such as kale with pinkel or labskaus.

Outdoor activities: For active holidaymakers, there is also plenty to experience in Dersum: Whether cycling and hiking along the numerous rivers or canoeing on the Dortmund-Ems Canal - there is something for everyone here. It is especially beautiful in spring when nature awakens and everything is in bloom.

Rain days: Even on rainy days there is plenty to do in Dersum: Visit the local museum or take a trip to nearby Papenburg, where you can take a look at the famous Meyer shipyard, for example.

Conclusion: Dersum is definitely worth a trip! The idyllic location on the water as well as the many sights and activities make it a perfect holiday destination in Emsland. Whether you are interested in culture, active holidaymakers or bon vivants - everyone gets their money's worth here.

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Reviews

  • January 01, 2025
    Mirko Vivus 
    May 16, 2020
    in Tagesetappen über die Jahre komplett zu Fuß gelaufen (alles gut via DB bzw. Westfalenbahn erreichbar), schöne Landschaften, gute Infrastruktur
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    Photo: Mirko Vivus, Community
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    Photo: Mirko Vivus, Community
    Written January 01, 2025
    Bicycle Rides
    Ems cycling route
  • February 19, 2024
    Clara Car
    July 23, 2023
    Ein wunderschöner und anfängerfreundlicher Weg. Wir sind mit dem Zelt gefahren und haben problemfrei, auch ohne Vorbuchungen, Übernachtungsmöglichkeiten gefunden. In Rheda-Wiedenbrück und Papenburg ist die Beschilderung leider nicht so übersichtlich, da empfehle ich ganz klar eine Karte. Sonst ist der Radweg sehr gut ausgeschildert, die Wege angenehm zu fahren und die Aussicht wunderschön.
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    Photo: Clara Car, Community
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    Photo: Clara Car, Community
    Written February 19, 2024
    Long Distance Cycling
    Ems cycle route
  • May 06, 2021
    Hagen`s Hotel & "eat & meet" Restaurant Bar Lounge
    August 05, 2020
    Schöner Radweg entlang der Ems
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    Photo: Hagen`s Hotel & "eat & meet" Restaurant Bar Lounge, Community
    Photo: Hagen`s Hotel & "eat & meet" Restaurant Bar Lounge, Community
    Photo: Hagen`s Hotel & "eat & meet" Restaurant Bar Lounge, Community
    Photo: Hagen`s Hotel & "eat & meet" Restaurant Bar Lounge, Community
    Written May 06, 2021
    Long Distance Hiking
    Emsweg
  • April 09, 2019
    Radtouren Gehle - Zwei auf Tour - Meggi & Wolfgang
    Der EmsRadweg hat uns sehr gut gefallen. Wir sind ihn von den Quellen bis zur Mündung gefahren und in einer Videoserie gefilmt. Hier ein kleiner Vorgeschmack.
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    Ems-Radweg bis zur Nordsee 4▶ Greven-Emsdetten - Rheine - Salzbergen [ Radtour Radreise Doku ]
    Video: Radtouren Gehle – Zwei auf Tour
    Written April 09, 2019
    Bicycle Rides
    Ems cycling route
  • July 19, 2018
    Peter Rolfes
    Sehr schöne Tour machen wir auf jeden Fall wieder
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    Written July 19, 2018
  • July 17, 2016
    Werner Kuschel
    April 07, 2013
    Bin den Emsradweg vor 3 Jahren gefahren, von der Quelle bis zur Mündung! Was 'jü ass' das schreibt ist grundsätzlich und pauschal schon richtig, aber will man denn (wie für ein Rennrad) frisch geteerte Strassen unter den Reifen haben? Ich bin den Emsradweg gerne gefahren und kann diesen nur weiter empfehlen, auch für Familien!
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    Written July 17, 2016
    Long Distance Cycling
    Ems Cycle Route

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