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Meppen

Welcome to Meppen, a destination in Emsland, Germany. This place is known for its beautiful landscape and the many possibilities for outdoor activities.

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Premium content Difficulty T1 easy
Distance 9.3 km
Duration 2:30 h
Ascent 9 m
Descent 9 m

Through quiet river landscape to the Borken Paradise and back over meadows: This peaceful tour from Versen impresses with nature, openness, and ...

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from Jarle Sänger,   Wandermagazin
Long Distance Cycling · Emsland
Papenburg - Meppen Loop Route Stage 76 H
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 61 km
Duration 4:08 h
Ascent 27 m
Descent 11 m

This stage takes us from Papenburg to Meppen. It is one of over 330 connected stages. We have included exciting points of interest for the stage – ...

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from Awareness Deutschland MS,   Awareness Deutschland | die.blue.Charity & die.pink.Charity
Bicycle Rides · Emsland
Village route
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 42.6 km
Duration 3:00 h
Ascent 146 m
Descent 147 m

Junctions: 95-47-9-10-2-94-69-81-43-51-15-89-24-11-45-17-23-88-6-29-58

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from Sandra Ludden,   Emsland Tourismus GmbH
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 Cycling · Emsland
Meppen - Papenburg Schleifenroute Stage 76 R
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 61.2 km
Duration 4:11 h
Ascent 21 m
Descent 28 m

This stage takes us from Meppen to Papenburg. It is one of over 330 connected stages. We have packed exciting POIs for the stage - have fun ...

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from Awareness Deutschland MS,   Awareness Deutschland | die.blue.Charity & die.pink.Charity
Long Distance Cycling · Emsland
Meppen - Rheine Schleifenroute Stage 77 H
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 68.1 km
Duration 4:36 h
Ascent 30 m
Descent 9 m

This stage takes us from Meppen to Rheine. It is one of over 330 connected stages. We have packed exciting points of interest for this stage - ...

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from Awareness Deutschland MS,   Awareness Deutschland | die.blue.Charity & die.pink.Charity
Bicycle Rides · Emsland
Ems-Canal- Route
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 34.7 km
Duration 2:21 h
Ascent 56 m
Descent 56 m

Junctions: 69 – 94 – 53 – 34 – 18 – 75 – 29 – 31 – 25 – 20 – 78 – 54 – 41 – 76 – 90 – 30 – 2 – 57 – 15 – 82 – 3 – 60 – 97 – 10 – 35 – 69

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from Sandra Ludden,   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 · Münsterland
Rheine - Meppen Loop Route Stage 77 R
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 68.1 km
Duration 4:36 h
Ascent 9 m
Descent 30 m

This stage leads us from Rheine to Meppen. It is one of over 330 connected stages. We have packed exciting POIs for the stage - have fun ...

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from Awareness Deutschland MS,   Awareness Deutschland | die.blue.Charity & die.pink.Charity
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
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Geographically, Meppen is located on the river Ems and surrounded by forests and lakes. The town itself has a rich history and offers many sights such as the historic town hall or the St. Vitus Church.

A highlight of the region are also the numerous cycle paths through the Emsland. Especially in summer, it is worthwhile to go cycling or hiking here.

Culturally, there is also a lot to discover. The Kunsthaus Meppen regularly shows exciting exhibitions of modern art from all over the world. The Theater an der Wilhelmshöhe also attracts tourists time and again with its varied programme.

Those who like good food will not be disappointed in Meppen - typical dishes of the region include kale or asparagus dishes. You can enjoy these culinary highlights in the cosy inns.

Even if the weather is bad, there is no need to miss out on activities: For example, the indoor swimming pool "Emsbad" invites you to swim or you visit one of the museums such as the Lingen-Meppen Railway Museum of Local History (HMLME).

Of course, it is especially beautiful out in nature - a trip to Clemenswerth Castle with its impressive gardens or the Nordhorn Zoo with over 100 different species of animals is particularly recommended.

Meppen is worth a trip at any time of year. In spring and summer you can experience nature in full bloom, in autumn you can enjoy the golden October and in winter the Christmas market beckons with mulled wine and gingerbread.

Overall, Meppen offers a wide range of activities for every taste - whether you are interested in culture or nature. A visit here is definitely worthwhile!

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Reviews

  • June 13, 2025
    Anna Mersmann
    June 12, 2025
    Schöne, abwechslungsreiche Runde
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    Photo: Anna Mersmann, Community
    Written June 13, 2025
    Horseback Riding
    Turmrunde
  • 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
    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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    Written February 19, 2024
    Long Distance Cycling
    Ems cycle route
  • August 30, 2023
    Stef Wouters
    July 09, 2023
    Sehr schone runde. Werde ich noch mal machen
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    Written August 30, 2023
  • March 05, 2022
    Lydia Bracker 
    March 03, 2022
    Die Wanderung durch die Naturlandschaft des Hasetals mit ihren Altarmen, Überschwemmungs- und Dünengebieten ist absolut lohnenswert! Sie bietet viel Abwechslung und verläuft fast komplett über kleine Pfade oder naturbelassene Wege, in den Dünen teilweise erhöht. So ergeben sich hier und da schöne Ausblicke. Zwischendurch gibt es immer wieder Rastbänke, die zum Picknick einladen. Die Landschaft ist äußerst reizvoll und idyllisch. Danke für die Wanderung!!
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    Photo: Lydia Bracker, Community
    Schön gelegene Rastbank mit Ausblick
    Photo: Lydia Bracker, Community
    Blick auf die idyllische Hase von der Fußgängerbrücke
    Photo: Lydia Bracker, Community
    Über den grünen Überschwemmungssaum geht es lange an der Hase zurück.
    Photo: Lydia Bracker, Community
    Hier hat sich in der Wiese ein See gebildet.
    Photo: Lydia Bracker, Community
    Idyllische Wegführung zwischen Wiesen und Hase
    Photo: Lydia Bracker, Community
    Written March 05, 2022
  • September 05, 2021
    Jan Klomp 
    September 05, 2021
    Sehr schöne und abwechslungsreiche Runde. Überall gibt es Möglichkeiten zur Rast. Selbst die wenigen Strecken entlang von Hauptstraßen waren sehr ruhig und wenig befahren. An 2-3 Stellen weicht der GPX Track von der Beschilderung ab.
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    Photo: Jan Klomp, Community
    Written September 05, 2021
    Bicycle Rides
    Moor Route
  • June 08, 2021
    Claudia Löhnert
    June 08, 2021
    richtig schöne Runde, über Felder und verschiedene Wälder. Hat super spaß gemacht. Viel Trab und Galopp war auch dabei.
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    Photo: Claudia Löhnert, Community
    Photo: Claudia Löhnert, Community
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    Photo: Claudia Löhnert, Community
    Photo: Claudia Löhnert, Community
    Written June 08, 2021
    Horseback Riding
    Rund um Klein Berßen
  • June 08, 2021
    Claudia Löhnert
    June 05, 2021
    Viel Galopp und Trab ist machbar fast nur Feldsege und Sand.
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    Photo: Claudia Löhnert, Community
    Written June 08, 2021
    Horseback Riding
    Ice Age
  • June 08, 2021
    Claudia Löhnert
    June 07, 2021
    Schöne nette Runde alles dabei. Ein bisschen Radde, Galopp und Trab Strecken. Natur pur. gerne wieder
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    Photo: Claudia Löhnert, Community
    Written June 08, 2021
    Horseback Riding
    Rund um Apeldorn
  • 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 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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