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Westoverledingen

Welcome to Westoverledingen, a charming destination in the district of Leer (East Frisia) in Germany. This picturesque municipality is located on the western bank of the river Ems and is surrounded by green meadows, fields and small hills.

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Attractions in Westoverledingen


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Long Distance Cycling · Ostfriesland
Deutsche Fehnroute
recommended route Difficulty easy Open
Distance 158 km
Duration 10:35 h
Ascent 22 m
Descent 18 m

In northwestern Germany, near the North Sea coast and bordering the Netherlands, runs the 173 km long cycling circular route of the "Deutsche ...

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from Ulrich Schmunkamp,   Ostfriesland Tourismus
Long Distance Cycling · Ostfriesland
Deutsche Fehnroute - 1st stage
recommended route Difficulty easy Open
Distance 59.9 km
Duration 4:00 h
Ascent 36 m
Descent 33 m

The journey starts in Leer, with its beautiful old town. In Moormerland, you encounter Fehn culture for the first time. Then continue through the ...

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from Ulrich Schmunkamp,   Ostfriesland Tourismus
Long Distance Cycling · Ostfriesland
Deutsche Fehnroute - 4th stage
recommended route Difficulty easy Open
Distance 29.9 km
Duration 2:45 h
Ascent 14 m
Descent 2 m

On your last day, you travel through Westoverledingen back to Leer. On this route, you can visit the unique mill ensemble in Mitling-Mark or the ...

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from Ulrich Schmunkamp,   Ostfriesland Tourismus
Hiking Trail · Ostfriesland
Urban-ecological Leer path
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 29.4 km
Duration 7:00 h
Ascent 17 m
Descent 17 m

It all started with a crazy idea. Especially on the outskirts of the city, nature is on a knife's edge. Here, urban-ecological hotspots can be found.

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from Text: Stadt Leer, Ehler Cuno / Redaktion Outdoor Active CMS: Touristik GmbH "Südliches Ostfriesland", Insa Wutschke,   Ostfriesland Tourismus
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 32.7 km
Duration 2:10 h
Ascent 21 m
Descent 21 m

The Hammrich route is suitable for families due to its 34 km length. There are rest areas and places to eat available.

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from Gemeinde Rhauderfehn / Autor Outdoor Active: Touristik GmbH "Südliches Ostfriesland",   Ostfriesland Tourismus
Long Distance Cycling · Ostfriesland
Deutsche Fehnroute - 3rd Stage
recommended route Difficulty easy Open
Distance 36.9 km
Duration 3:00 h
Ascent 8 m
Descent 10 m

Today you will ride through the moor landscape of the Saterland. Then continue through the Overledinger Land to Papenburg, the largest Fehn colony ...

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from Ulrich Schmunkamp,   Ostfriesland Tourismus
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 85.5 km
Duration 5:46 h
Ascent 10 m
Descent 18 m

Extensive route through the so-called Rheiderland - the region between the Dutch border and the Ems in East Frisia.  

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from Ulrich Schmunkamp,   Ostfriesland Tourismus
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
Bicycle Rides · Ostfriesland
Tour 9 Rheiderland
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 34.1 km
Duration 2:20 h
Ascent 33 m
Descent 33 m

One looks in vain for winter sports opportunities at the Dieler Schanzen... Rather, it is the name of a former fortress that stood in the late ...

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from Radwandern im Rheiderland / Texte: Kai-Uwe Hanken / Autor Radroutenplaner: Touristik GmbH "Südliches Ostfriesland",   Ostfriesland Tourismus
Long Distance Cycling · Germany
Int. Dollard Route - 1st stage
recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 55.9 km
Duration 3:45 h
Ascent 41 m
Descent 38 m

Leer Our route through the Dollart region begins in Leer, the "Gateway to East Frisia." The old town, in particular, offers many sights alongside ...

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from Ulrich Schmunkamp,   Ostfriesland Tourismus
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Westoverledingen has many tourist attractions to offer. Visit the 18th century Evenburg Castle with its beautiful park or the historic churches of St Laurentius in Völlenerfehn and St Johannes Baptist in Collinghorst.

Cultural highlights can also be found here: The Heimathaus Pogum shows you the life of people in the countryside over a hundred years ago and informs you about regional traditions such as East Frisian tea ceremonies or clog dancing demonstrations.

For culinary connoisseurs, there is a wide variety of regional specialities such as kale, Labskaus or Matjesfilet - all fresh from the sea! Be sure to try the famous "Ostfriesentee" (East Frisian tea) with cream and rock candy!

The best outdoor activities can vary depending on the season: In summer, a trip to the nearby Großsander bathing lake is a good idea; in autumn, the colourful foliage invites you to hike through nature; during the winter months, you can enjoy ice skating on frozen lakes or take leisurely walks; in spring, a bicycle tour along the Ems cycle path is recommended.

Even if the weather is bad, there are plenty of options in Westoverledingen: Visit the leisure and adventure pool "De Baalje" or relax in the wellness area of the hotel "Haus am Meer".

Where is it most beautiful in Westoverledingen, district Leer (East Frisia) Germany? That's hard to say - every place has its own charm. But a special tip is the harbour of Ditzum with its maritime flair and cosy restaurants directly on the Ems.

Westoverledingen is definitely worth a visit! With this travel guide, you have all the important information you need for a successful stay on site. Have fun discovering this enchanting spot of East Frisia!

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  • August 18, 2026
    Patrick
    Ein schöner und sauberer Badesee mit tollem Strand und Mehrgenerationenspielplatz. Perfekt für einen entspannten Familienausflug.
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    Written August 18, 2026
  • May 24, 2025
    Harald Aden 
    Für Fahrradfahrer sowie für Wanderer ein Erlebnis
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    Written May 24, 2025
  • 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
    Photo: Mirko Vivus, Community
    Photo: Mirko Vivus, Community
    Photo: Mirko Vivus, Community
    Photo: Mirko Vivus, Community
    Written January 01, 2025
    Bicycle Rides
    Ems cycling route
  • April 06, 2024
    Annegret Suthe
    April 06, 2024
    eine wunderschöne Fahrradtour. Aber leider fährt die Fähre erst ab dem 1. Mai wieder. Also konnten wir nicht komplett nach der Beschreibung fahren.
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    Written April 06, 2024
    Bicycle Rides
    Jümme Leda
  • 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
    Photo: Clara Car, Community
    Photo: Clara Car, Community
    Photo: Clara Car, Community
    Photo: Clara Car, Community
    Photo: Clara Car, Community
    Photo: Clara Car, Community
    Photo: Clara Car, Community
    Photo: Clara Car, Community
    Photo: Clara Car, Community
    Photo: Clara Car, Community
    Photo: Clara Car, Community
    Photo: Clara Car, Community
    Photo: Clara Car, Community
    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
  • August 02, 2020
    Willy van Dalen
    August 02, 2020
    Wonderbare weite Landshaft mit schone aussichten und pittoresk en dorfer
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    Written August 02, 2020
  • June 09, 2019
    Thomas G. Müller 
    Nette Tour die vieles zeigt. Leider haben wir einen Mitradler im Labyrinth verloren. Bitte hier melden, falls er auftaucht. :)
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    Written June 09, 2019
  • June 09, 2019
    Thomas G. Müller 
    Tolle Tour einmal Rundrum. Sehr windanfällig!
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    Photo: Thomas G. Müller, Community
    Photo: Thomas G. Müller, Community
    Written June 09, 2019
    Bicycle Rides
    Ditzum - Ems round trip
  • 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
  • September 08, 2018
    Cläre Fero
    Die App ist sehr genau, was den aktuellen Standort angeht und absolut toll, wegen d er Tourvorschläge!
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    Written September 08, 2018
    Bicycle Rides
    Papenburg Route 4
  • 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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