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Mettingen

Welcome to Mettingen, Steinfurt - a charming destination in north-western Germany. Situated between the cities of Osnabrück and Münster, the region offers a unique combination of historical sights, cultural highlights and picturesque nature.

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Hiking Trail · Münsterland
Teutoschleifchen Köllbachtal
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 4.8 km
Duration 1:15 h
Ascent 59 m
Descent 66 m

At the edge of Mettingen, this forest-rich circular route in the Köllbach valley invites you to relax under the treetops. Besides diverse forest ...

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from Gabi Nocke,   Natur- und Geopark TERRA.vita
Bicycle Rides · Münsterland
An eventful Recke circular route
Map / An eventful Recke circular route
Premium content Difficulty moderate
Distance 45.4 km
Duration 3:30 h
Ascent 36 m
Descent 36 m

The mining and tithing village Recke is located in the gently rolling park landscape in northern Münsterland on the foothills of the Teutoburg Forest.

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from Janßen,   Wandermagazin
Bicycle Rides · Münsterland
Legendary Cycling Land (4)
Premium content Difficulty moderate
Distance 60.6 km
Duration 5:00 h
Ascent 192 m
Descent 178 m

This stage of the legend route leads us from Recke to Lengerich across the Mittelland Canal and the hills of the Teutoburg Forest. Along the way, ...

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Long Distance Hiking · Osnabrücker Land
Trade route (German section Töddenweg)
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 128.6 km
Duration 30:30 h
Ascent 269 m
Descent 302 m

The trade route connects Osnabrück with the Dutch Hanseatic city of Deventer. The German section runs continuously along the Töddenweg, an old ...

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Bicycle Rides · Münsterland
Moor and More
Map / Moor and More
Premium content Difficulty moderate
Distance 35.8 km
Duration 3:00 h
Ascent 24 m
Descent 24 m

Westerkappeln is nestled in the hilly landscape of the foothills of the Wiehengebirge and Teutoburg Forest, amidst fertile meadows and fields, ...

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from Janßen,   Wandermagazin
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 30.8 km
Duration 7:48 h
Ascent 148 m
Descent 132 m

The fifth stage of the Töddenweg has everything for a top route. It goes over and through the hills of the Northern Teutoburg Forest.

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from Dolf van den Berg,   Community
Bicycle Rides · Münsterland
Town - country - river
Map / Town - country - river
Premium content Difficulty moderate
Distance 23.7 km
Duration 2:00 h
Ascent 29 m
Descent 29 m

On this route we get to know the surroundings of Mettingen.

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from Janßen,   Wandermagazin
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 10.1 km
Duration 2:40 h
Ascent 120 m
Descent 119 m

Hiking through a former mining area in the Teutoburger Forest between Mettingen and Ibbenbüren

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from Andreas & Hanna Strohkirch,   Community
Hiking Trail · Münsterland
Schlangenpättken and Dreitälerweg
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 13.4 km
Duration 3:25 h
Ascent 164 m
Descent 164 m

Classic circular route in the Mettingen-Ibbenbüren area. On Schlagenpättken and Dreitälerweg, some elevation must be overcome. The route is an ...

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from Benedikt Loheide,   Community
Long Distance Cycling · Münsterland
Töddenland Radweg
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 122.6 km
Duration 8:19 h
Ascent 393 m
Descent 393 m

The well-signposted circular route leads over a total of 122 kilometers through the North Rhine-Westphalian Münsterland/Tecklenburger Land and the ...

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from Sandra Ludden,   Emsland Tourismus GmbH
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Mettingen is known for its idyllic location by the Teutoburg Forest as well as for its traditional textile industry. A must for any visitor is the Tuchmacher Museum with its fascinating exhibition on the history of weaving in the region.

For nature lovers, there are numerous opportunities to explore the surrounding area. The Hermannsweg hiking trail leads through breathtaking landscapes and offers spectacular views of the surrounding mountains. In summer, the nearby Alfsee lake also beckons for swimming or water sports activities such as sailing or stand-up paddling.

But even when the weather is bad, there is plenty to discover: Steinfurt Castle with its impressive baroque garden invites you to travel back in time to past centuries. Art lovers should not miss a visit to the art museum Kloster Bentlage.

Culinary Mettingen also has a lot to offer: Be sure to try local specialities such as kale with pinkel or pumpernickel bread from the wood-fired oven during a cosy dinner in one of the many restaurants in the village.

Another highlight are the annual events and festivals such as the clothmakers' meeting in summer or the Christmas market in winter, which attract visitors from near and far.

Mettingen, Steinfurt is definitely worth a trip - whether you are looking for nature experiences or cultural highlights. Don't miss this unique opportunity to discover the best of this region!

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  • September 01, 2026
    Tim Lührmann
    Tolle Weg!! Fast nur Waldwege und Ruhe! Waldkugelbahn natürlich ganz toll für die Kids!! Stark!!
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    Written September 01, 2026
  • June 21, 2024
    Frank St. 
    Relativ viele Asphaltabschnitte, ideal für matschiges Wetter. Trotzdem aber sehr schön und abwechslungsreich.
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    Written June 21, 2024
  • June 20, 2023
    Maria Heuvers 
    Wunderschöne Tour
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    Written June 20, 2023
  • April 18, 2023
    Alfred Peters 
    Ein großes Lob an die Planer und Verfasser dieser Radtour. Die Strecke führt fast ausschließlich über autofreie und sehr gut ausgebaute Wege. Die Landschaft ist abwechslungsreich und bietet Felder, Wiesen, Wälder und Moore. Die Ortschaft Mettingen hat uns sehr gut gefallen.
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    Written April 18, 2023
  • April 17, 2021
    Guido Seifert
    April 17, 2021
    Schöne, kurzweilige Spazier-Wanderung auf ausnahmslos Naturwegen. Den historischen Ortskern von Mettingen mit Hofanlage Schultenhof sollte man auf jeden Fall mit einbeziehen.
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    Photo: Guido Seifert, Community
    Photo: Guido Seifert, Community
    Photo: Guido Seifert, Community
    Photo: Guido Seifert, Community
    Photo: Guido Seifert, Community
    Written April 17, 2021
  • May 09, 2020
    Martin Kreienbrink
    Tolle Strecke
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    Written May 09, 2020
  • April 02, 2020
    Ingmar Bojes
    March 29, 2020
    Grundsätzlich eine feine Tour, wenngleich recht hoher Asphaltanteil in der Mitte. Unsere Eindrücke auf: https://wanderlogbuch.de/schlangenpaettken-und-drei-taeler-weg/
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    Photo: Ingmar Bojes, Community
    Photo: Ingmar Bojes, Community
    Photo: Ingmar Bojes, Community
    Written April 02, 2020
  • May 28, 2018
    Walking Bödefeld
    Wirklich sehr schöne Strecke!
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    Written May 28, 2018
  • May 09, 2016
    Jos Fuut
    Deze tocht gelopen 07-05-2016. Prachtige route. We zijn gestart vanaf kruising Muhlenweg/Knapperstrasse in Ibbenburen en zijn daar het bos ingegaan. Einde pad links. Terugweg terug gegaan via Flottwelstrasse om zo bebouwde kom Ibbenburen te ontlopen. Het is een prachtige route met veel vergezichten. Leuke paden door het bos en tussen weilanden en akkers door. Bijan geen verkeer. Zeker een aanrader
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    Written May 09, 2016
  • November 08, 2015
    Thomas Baierl 
    Haben die Tour nach einer Regennacht gemacht - einwandfrei zu gehen, da wirklich alle Wege gut befestigt sind. Nette kleine Rundtour -Danke für den Tipp.
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    Written November 08, 2015
  • July 15, 2015
    Jörg Schaffner
    zum großen Teil Asphalt mit einigen kurzen interessanten Passagen für Mountainbiker - bei Nässe noch gut zu befahren - kein klebriger Schlamm - umgestürzte Bäume müssen teilweise umgangen werden
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    Written July 15, 2015

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