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Kalkar

Welcome to Kalkar and Kleve, a destination in the western part of Germany. The two towns are located on the Lower Rhine and are known for their historical sights, cultural highlights and culinary specialities.

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Attractions in Kalkar


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recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 86.8 km
Duration 7:00 h
Ascent 44 m
Descent 58 m

This circular route leads from Kamp-Lintfort via Xanten to Kalkar and back through the left-Rhine floodplain landscape along various windmills.

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Stadt Kamp-Lintfort
Hiking Trail · Niederrhein
Route over Kalkar's town walls
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 4.4 km
Duration 1:07 h
Ascent 6 m
Descent 6 m

A walk over the old town walls, through the greenery and always along the water, offers an outside view of the city. The city skyline appears from ...

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from Karin Max,   Niederrhein Tourismus GmbH
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 55.8 km
Duration 3:45 h
Ascent 21 m
Descent 21 m

BETWEEN RHINE AND LAKES: WATER AS FAR AS THE EYE CAN SEE - Explore Rees, Wesel, and Xanten.

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from Wesel,   Niederrhein Tourismus GmbH
Bicycle Rides · Niederrhein
Kalkar, 13 places - one city
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 54.6 km
Duration 3:39 h
Ascent 39 m
Descent 38 m

Discover all 13 districts of Kalkar in a single route

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from Karin Max,   Niederrhein Tourismus GmbH
Bicycle Rides · Niederrhein
Route 14 - Cult(ure)
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 54.8 km
Duration 3:40 h
Ascent 79 m
Descent 79 m

The route for lovers of old buildings, parks, and history.

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from Georg Messing,   Stadt Rees
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 55.8 km
Duration 3:46 h
Ascent 87 m
Descent 88 m

CITY.COUNTRY.ENJOYMENT On the route through Kalkar, Uedem and Xanten, you will enjoy a "truly delicious" bike tour.

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from Nicole Arens,   Niederrhein Tourismus GmbH
Bicycle Rides · Niederrhein
Route 15 - Two Bridges
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 57.9 km
Duration 3:55 h
Ascent 52 m
Descent 52 m

Bridges connect and help overcome obstacles. Travel from Rees to the district town of Wesel and there cross the Rhine to the "gönne Kant".

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from Georg Messing,   Stadt Rees
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 27.8 km
Duration 1:53 h
Ascent 32 m
Descent 32 m

The circular route leads through Grieth, Wissel, and beyond the city limits of Kalkar to Moyland and Louisendorf, then back to the starting point ...

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from Karin Max,   Niederrhein Tourismus GmbH
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 11.5 km
Duration 2:45 h
Ascent 8 m
Descent 8 m

The hike leads out of the historic town center over the idyllic village of Hanselaer and back to Kalkar through a typical Lower Rhine landscape.

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from Karin Max,   Niederrhein Tourismus GmbH
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 1.7 km
Duration 0:25 h
Ascent 6 m
Descent 6 m

City and Nature: An accessible walking tour on the outskirts of Kalkar’s historic city center, passing by several notable landmarks

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from Karin Max,   Niederrhein Tourismus GmbH
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Kalkar is a town with a rich history. It was founded in the 13th century and has undergone many changes since then. Today it is a popular tourist destination with many attractions such as Moyland Castle, the Collegiate Church of St. Nicolai or the Museum Kurhaus Kleve.

Kleve also has a lot to offer: There are numerous museums such as the Museum Kurhaus Kleve or the B.C.Koekkoek-Haus, as well as the Schwanenburg Tower as the town's landmark.

In both towns there are regular cultural events, such as concerts or theatre performances. A special highlight is the annual wine festival in Kalkar.

The region also offers culinary delights: Try the local specialities such as Rhenish Sauerbraten or potato soup with smoked trout - delicious!

For outdoor activities, the nearby De Maasduinen National Park with its hiking and cycling trails along the River Maas and the lake landscape around the Wisseler See near Kalkar are particularly suitable for water sports.

And if it should rain? Then we recommend a visit to one of the many museums in Kalkar and Kleve or simply relax in one of the cosy cafés and restaurants.

For an unforgettable stay in Kalkar and Kleve, you should plan at least 2-3 days. The best time to visit is from May to September, when the weather is mild and sunny.

Come and experience for yourself why Kalkar and Kleve are so popular as a travel destination. This travel guide will help you discover the best sights!

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  • September 03, 2026
    Holger Wecks
    September 01, 2026
    Eine schöne Art, Kalkar kennenzulernen. Der südliche Teil geht etwas aus Kalkar hinaus. Aber wir sind ja eine Wandercommunity. Danach bietet sich ein Besuch der "Innenstadt" an. Und der Nikolaikirche, so sie denn mal geöffnet ist!
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    Written September 03, 2026
  • May 29, 2023
    Georg Herbstmann
    Schöne Rundtour mit zwei Rheinüberquerungen per Fähre.
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    Written May 29, 2023
  • May 25, 2020
    radelt Harry 🚵🏻♂️🏕
    May 25, 2020
    Eine super Tour, welche uns beiden mächtig Spaß gemacht hat. Nachradeln empfohlen 👍👍👍
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    Der Segen vom Kloster Kamp
    Photo: Harry 🚵🏻‍♂️🏕 radelt, Community
    Written May 25, 2020
  • May 09, 2020
    Kire Smirnoff
    May 09, 2020
    Ich bin die Route heute abgefahren und fand die Wegführung echt gelungen! Sehr gut ausgearbeitet!
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    Written May 09, 2020
  • September 19, 2018
    Lilian Vannuffelen
    September 18, 2018
    Eenvoudige route met als stopplaats een paar tradionele stadjes.
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    Photo: Lilian Vannuffelen, Community
    Written September 19, 2018
  • July 31, 2018
    Stadtradler Peter
    Schöne Runde, Allerdings sind wir ab Mehr weiter die 3 Flüsse Route bis Wesel gefahren.
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    Written July 31, 2018

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