Nature Reserve Guide
Coesfelder Davert, a nature reserve in the Westphalian Bay, is a significant and contiguous forest area known for its distinctive natural features and diverse habitats. This landscape comprises extensive oak-hornbeam forests, intertwined with open spaces, hedges, and grasslands, creating a varied environment. The area is recognized for its ecological importance, offering opportunities for several sports like touring cycling, hiking, gravel biking, road cycling, and more.
The Coesfelder Davert nature reserve provides a range of…
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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45.9km
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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Coesfelder Davert is a nature reserve in the Westphalian Bay. It features extensive oak-hornbeam forests, open spaces, hedges, and grasslands, creating a diverse environment. The area is recognized for its ecological importance as a Flora-Fauna-Habitat and EU bird sanctuary.
Coesfelder Davert offers a range of outdoor activities including Touring cycling, Hiking, Gravel biking, Road cycling, Jogging, and Mountain biking. There are more than 80 routes available for various sports. The area has received an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from over 800 ratings.
Popular touring cycling routes include the 27-mile (43 km) Bisping House – Werse River in Albersloh loop from Davensberg and the 28-mile (45 km) View of Nordkirchen Palace – Nordkirchen Palace loop from Davensberg. These routes offer moderate difficulty and scenic views. More options are available in the Cycling in Coesfelder Davert guide.
Notable hiking trails include the 2.6-mile (4.2 km) Forest path in the Davert – Birch woods in the Davert loop from Davert and the 6.4-mile (10.3 km) Davert Forest – Forest path in the Davert Nature Reserve loop from Davert. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty. Further hiking information can be found in the Hiking in Coesfelder Davert guide.
Yes, Coesfelder Davert offers several easy routes suitable for beginners. For hiking, the 2.6-mile (4.2 km) Forest path in the Davert – Birch woods in the Davert loop from Davert is rated easy. For touring cycling, the 21-mile (34 km) Haus Borg Moated Castle – Bisping House loop from Davensberg is also considered easy. More easy options are listed in the Easy hikes in Coesfelder Davert guide.
Coesfelder Davert is known for its extensive oak-hornbeam forests, which are rare in Northwest Germany. The area also features a mosaic of forest complexes, open grasslands, and remnants of former moor and heath landscapes like the Venner Moor. Notable landmarks include various lakes and natural monuments.
Coesfelder Davert is a popular destination for outdoor activities, with more than 3,000 visitors sharing their experiences. The routes have received over 800 ratings, averaging 4.5 out of 5 stars. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among visitors.
Komoot offers several guides for Coesfelder Davert, including Hiking in Coesfelder Davert, Cycling in Coesfelder Davert, and Gravel biking in Coesfelder Davert. Other guides cover running, road cycling, mountain biking, attractions, and natural monuments.
Official information about the Coesfelder Davert nature reserve can be found on the website of the Naturschutzzentrum Kreis Coesfeld e.V. at www.davert.de. For direct inquiries, the Naturschutzzentrum can be reached by phone at +49 (0)2593 9280 0.
Yes, Coesfelder Davert offers gravel biking routes. An example is the 28-mile (45 km) View of the Werse River – Stapelskotten Floodplain Forest loop from Rinkerode, rated moderate. Another option is the 42-mile (68 km) Davert Nature Reserve – Dortmund-Ems Canal loop from Davensberg, which is a more difficult route. More routes are detailed in the Gravel biking in Coesfelder Davert guide.
Coesfelder Davert features road cycling routes suitable for various skill levels. The 21-mile (34 km) Old Forester's House Davensberg – Milk Break Rest Area loop from Davensberg is an easy option. A moderate route is the 20-mile (32 km) Davensberg Castle Tower – Lüdinghausen Castle loop from Davensberg. Additional routes can be found in the Road Cycling Routes in Coesfelder Davert guide.

