Best trails near Vechtesee
3.7(24 reviews)
Want to check out Vechtesee from the trail? Good news: 7 trails will get you there, including hiking trails. Plan your trip with hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Explore Vechtesee from one of 3 easy hiking routes or discover kid-friendly routes for your next family trip. Looking for a challenge? Choose from 4 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Vechtesee are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.5 (9)·Easy·1.3 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrPopular loop trail in Nordhorn, Lower Saxony. Just over 2 km in length, no significant differences in altitude and the opportunity to stop for refreshments - this route is made for a trip with the whole family. Runners also like to jog around the Vechtesee. From May to October you can rent pedal boats on Lake Vechte to enjoy a relaxing break on the water after a walk. Highlights of the route: - Lake Vechte - Pedal boat ride (optional) - rare species of birds
- 4.8 (8)·Easy·13.8 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrPopular bike tour in the Grafschaft Bentheim, Lower Saxony. Water, forest and beautiful views characterize this bike tour through the German-Dutch border area. When you get back to Nordhorn, it is worth spending some time in town and stopping off at one of the restaurants. Highlights of the bike tour: - Nordhorn-Almelo Canal - Trail along the Vechte - Vechtesee - Klosterbusch
- 4.6 (2)·Moderate·17 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrBeautiful nature trail in Lower Saxony. The route begins on the banks of the Vechte. First through the old town to the pretty city park and then along the green banks of the river out of the city. For many centuries, the Vechte was the center of Dutch maritime trade. Spices, tea and other goods arrived in Nordhorn on it. At that time, hundreds of ships regularly anchored here. Further north, you reach Frenswegen Abbey and then alternate between forests and wide fields. Now you are on the...
- 3.0 (2)·Easy·5.6 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrIdyllic cycle tour near Nordhorn, Lower Saxony. This beautiful path invites you to explore and relax in nature near the Vechtesee lake. The start is in Nordhorn, at a branch of the Vechte. Head south along the river and then on to the Nordhorn town museum. The Nordholm-Almelo Canal is first crossed and then followed parallel to it. The path passes the Vechtesee lake on the left, one of the largest natural lakes in the area. This gives you an overview of the many options available here: from...
- 3.0 (1)·Hard·34.1 mi·Est. 12–13.5 hrVaried bike tour near Uelsen, Lower Saxony. This beautiful bike tour leads through the German-Dutch border area and runs roughly half on the German and the other half on the Dutch side of the border. Highlights of the tour: - across borders - Nordhorn - Vechtesee - Castle ruin Lage - Ootmarsum
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Vechtesee?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Vechtesee is Vechtesee Loop, which has a 4.5 star rating from 9 reviews. This trail is 1.3 mi long with an elevation gain of 91 ft.
What is the longest trail near Vechtesee?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Vechtesee is Uelsen - Denekamp - Nordhorn. This trail is estimated to be 34.1 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Vechtesee?
Vechtesee: With an ascent of 2,165 ft, Uelsen - Denekamp - Nordhorn has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Fietsentour Schüttdorf- Lingen with 1,351 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Vechtesee?
The most popular and difficult trail near Vechtesee is Uelsen - Denekamp - Nordhorn with a 3.0-star rating from 1 reviews.
