Best lake trails in Hörstel

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Explore the most popular lake trails near Hörstel with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.

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#1 - Waldauenweg
4.7 (27)·Moderate·3.8 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hr
This route, one of the Teuto loops, is a certified premium hiking trail. Immediately after the start at the Teutohang car park in Riesenbeck, 256 steps await hikers. After this, arguably the most strenuous part of the entire route, has been completed, a magnificent view of the Münsterland opens up. The varied Waldauenweg, which lies in the middle of the premium hiking region "Tecklenburger Land", leads past rocks and meadows and through mixed beech forests over the ridge of the Teutoburg Forest.
#2 - Radtour: Bevergern-Ibbenbüren
4.2 (4)·Easy·18.5 mi·Est. 7–7.5 hr
Promising bike tour in Bevergern near Hörstel, North Rhine-Westphalia. This circular tour takes you through the TERRA.vita Nature and Geopark and also runs along the Bevergerner Aa and the Dortmund-Ems Canal. Refreshments are available. Highlights of the tour: - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful natural landscapes - Along the Bevergerner Aa - Along the Dortmund-Ems Canal
#3 - Wanderung um Hörstel
4.1 (5)·Moderate·7 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hr
Popular circular hiking trail in the TERRA.vita Nature and Geopark, North Rhine-Westphalia. The beautiful Teutoburg Forest, long stretches along the Dortmund-Ems Canal and idyllic open landscapes characterize this circular route in the Tecklenburger Land. Since the hike starts at the train station in Hörstel, it is easy to travel by bus or train. In summer it is advisable to have bathing gear with you: swimming is permitted in the peat bog lake, with the exception of a wet biotope used for...
#4 - Hörstel Loop
5.0 (1)·Moderate·24.3 mi·Est. 8.5–9.5 hr
#5 - R 01: Durch Riesenbecks Süden
3.4 (2)·Moderate·11.5 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hr
Popular circular hike in the Münsterland This hike has a lot to offer in terms of landscape as well as culture and history. you follow in the footsteps of Saint Reinhildis and can enjoy the scenic surroundings of Surenburg Castle. This circular hiking trail leads through the southern areas of Riesenbeck.
#6 - Hörstel - Torfmoorsee - Rodde
Moderate·5.6 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the longest lake trail in Hörstel?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest lake trail in Hörstel is Hörstel Loop. This trail is estimated to be 24.3 mi long.

Which lake trail has the most elevation gain in Hörstel?

Hörstel: With an ascent of 1,305 ft, Hörstel Loop has the most elevation gain of all of the lake trails in the area. The next highest ascent for lake trails is Radtour: Bevergern-Ibbenbüren with 1,236 ft of elevation gain.