Best backpacking trails in Meppen
4.7(3 reviews)
Explore the most popular backpacking trails near Meppen with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
Top trails
- 4.0 (1)·Hard·76.4 km·Est. 16.5–18 hrStage 4 of the Hase-Ems-Tour. The penultimate section of the Hase-Ems Tour starts in Meppen, where the Hase flows into the Ems. From here, the route follows the Ems southwards via Lingen to the stage destination of Rheine. The cycle route is characterised by geest landscapes and moors as well as historical sights. Highlights: - Meppen: Zeughaus, Arenbergische Rentei, Meppener Högerhaus - Meppener Kuhweide nature reserve - Emsbüren: Mehringer Steine, Heimathof with herb garden, Kuipers grain...
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·70.8 km·Est. 15.5–17 hr4th stage of the long-distance cycle route of the megalithic culture from Haselünne to Werlte This section of the Megalithic Culture Cycle Route leads from Haselünne to Werlte. The long-distance cycle route takes its name from the numerous Neolithic relics along the way, which cyclists can visit. Due to its location, the long-distance cycle route is ideal for cycling enthusiasts from Hamburg or other northern German cities. The waymarking shows the name Cycle Route of the Monolithic Culture...
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·72.6 km·Est. 16–18 hrStage 5 of the Emsland Route. The last section of the Emsland Route starts in Haselünne. There is a lot to see both in the historic old town centre and in the Haselünne surrounding area: for example, the largest continuous juniper grove in northern Germany, the Haselünner Kuhweide. The route continues via Lengerich, where the Ramingsmühle mill is not to be missed, and the Saller See recreational area to the Landhaus-Brauerei Borchert brewery, which offers tours of its "flavour workshop" as...
- Easy·17.7 km·Est. 3.5–4 hr10th stage of the popular Hünenweg long-distance hiking trail Forests, meadows, fields and always water. This section of the Hune Trail in the Bourtanger Moor - Veenland International Nature Park leads right through the landscape of the middle Ems and beyond. Some parts of this trail are characterised by agriculture - others offer a picturesque contrast with their archaic beauty; the heather-covered foothills of what was once the largest raised bog in Central Europe are just waiting to be...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest backpacking trail in Meppen?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest backpacking trail in Meppen is Hase-Ems-Tour Etappe 4: Meppen - Rheine. This trail is estimated to be 76.4 km long.
Which backpacking trail has the most elevation gain in Meppen?
Meppen: With an ascent of 931 m, Emsland-Route Etappe 5: Haselünne - Rheine has the most elevation gain of all of the backpacking trails in the area. The next highest ascent for backpacking trails is Hase-Ems-Tour Etappe 4: Meppen - Rheine with 834 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult backpacking trail in Meppen?
The most popular and difficult backpacking trail in Meppen is Hase-Ems-Tour Etappe 4: Meppen - Rheine with a 4.0-star rating from 1 reviews.