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Laar

Laar in Grafschaft Bentheim is a destination that is always worth a visit. Its idyllic location in north-western Germany near the Dutch border makes Laar an insider's tip for nature lovers and those interested in culture.

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Bicycle Rides · Grafschaft Bentheim
Grafschaft bicycle route 12 with the crank ferry
recommended route Difficulty easy Open
Distance 33.2 km
Duration 2:14 h
Ascent 7 m
Descent 7 m

Border experiences and canal idyllsLength: approx. 34 kmThe route: Emlichheim, along the Vechte to Echteler and Laar, De Haandrik, Klooster, ...

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from Lena Wilken,   Grafschaft Bentheim
Long Distance Hiking · Grafschaft Bentheim
On the Trail of the Podagristen
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 80.1 km
Duration 19:20 h
Ascent 62 m
Descent 131 m

This 80 km long long-distance hiking trail leads from Bad Bentheim to the Dutch town of Coevorden.

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from Lena Wilken,   Grafschaft Bentheim
Bicycle Rides · Grafschaft Bentheim
Grafschaft Fietsentour 25
recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 57.3 km
Duration 3:50 h
Ascent 9 m
Descent 9 m

Limitless through the Vechte ValleyLength: approx. 57 kmThe route: Emlichheim, along the Vechte to Echteler and Laar, Den Velde, Hardenberg, Ane, ...

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from Lena Wilken,   Grafschaft Bentheim
Bicycle Rides · Grafschaft Bentheim
Grafschaft Fietsentour 12
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 34.2 km
Duration 2:17 h
Ascent 7 m
Descent 7 m

Border experiences and canal idyllsLength: approx. 34 kmThe route: Emlichheim, along the Vechte to Echteler and Laar, De Haandrik, Klooster, ...

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from Lena Wilken,   Grafschaft Bentheim
Long Distance Cycling · Emsland
United Countries route - Pioneer route
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 235.6 km
Duration 15:45 h
Ascent 140 m
Descent 143 m

Two countries, two cultures – the region on both sides of the German-Dutch border presents itself as boundlessly hospitable on the United Countries ...

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from Sandra Ludden,   Emsland Tourismus GmbH
Long Distance Cycling · Münsterland
Vechtetal Route
recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 229.7 km
Duration 15:30 h
Ascent 124 m
Descent 221 m

Moors and lakes, canals and streams - the Vechtetal is a water-rich landscape and thus ideal for a wonderful active holiday on and by the water.

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from Lena Wilken,   Grafschaft Bentheim
Long Distance Cycling · Grafschaft Bentheim
Germany's Periphery | Stage 38: Nordhorn to Ter Apel (NL)
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 115.8 km
Duration 6:00 h
Ascent 207 m
Descent 220 m

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

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Bicycle Rides · Grafschaft Bentheim
Grafschaft Fietsen route 13
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 55.9 km
Duration 3:45 h
Ascent 84 m
Descent 84 m

Juniper heath and rural lifeLength: approx. 56 kmThe route: Wilsum, Itterbeck, Egge, Striepe, Wielen, Echtelerfeld, Överingen, Emlichheim, Ringe, ...

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from Lena Wilken,   Grafschaft Bentheim
Bicycle Rides · Grafschaft Bentheim
Grafschafter Fietsentour - The Main Route
recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 213.5 km
Duration 14:20 h
Ascent 243 m
Descent 242 m

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from Lena Wilken,   Grafschaft Bentheim
Bicycle Rides · Münsterland
LF16 Vechtdal Route
Difficulty moderate
Distance 227.8 km
Duration 15:11 h
Ascent 42 m
Descent 143 m

The richly meandering Overijsselse Vecht is the centerpiece of the LF16. From its mouth near Zwolle to its source in Darfeld, Germany, the route ...

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from LF Routes,   LF Routes
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The region is characterised by its rolling hills, green meadows and numerous lakes. Hikes through the picturesque landscape or cycling tours along the river Vechte are particularly recommended. In summer, you can also take a boat trip on the water.

Culturally, Laar also has a lot to offer: One highlight is Bentheim Castle with its impressive architecture and history. Also the St.St. Nicholas Church from the 13th century and various museums such as the local history museum are also worth a visit.

For those who enjoy culinary delights, the regional specialities should definitely be tried - especially the famous kale with spelt or hearty stews with meat and vegetable ingredients.

For rainy days, there are also plenty of options for entertainment in Laar: the Bentheim bathing park offers water fun for young and old or you can visit one of the many cosy cafés to relax.

It is particularly beautiful in Laar during spring, when everything blossoms and nature awakens. But also in autumn, the colourful splendour beckons during walks through the forest or while enjoying fresh cider on a farm.

Overall, Laar is a destination that has something to offer for everyone and definitely deserves a place in the travel guide. Anyone looking for an authentic travel guide away from mass tourism is guaranteed to find it here.

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  • September 22, 2022
    Zeitfrei 24
    August 02, 2021
    Idyllische Radwege entlang des Vechtetals und ein Abstecher zu unseren niederländischen Freunden nach Coevorden. Was will man mehr? Ach ja, eine Kurbelfähre über die Vechte. Sehr spaßig!
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    Video: Zeitfrei 24, Zeitfrei24
    Written September 22, 2022
  • August 06, 2018
    Martin Kocks 
    August 05, 2018
    Sehr schöne Tour durch das Grenzgebiet. Besonders schöne Wege zwischen Emlichheim und Coevorden, und rund um Hardenberg.
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    Written August 06, 2018

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