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Landkreis Emsland

Dortmund-Ems Canal Near Meppen – Meppen Market Square loop from NSG Biotop am Speicherbecken Geeste

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Landkreis Emsland

Dortmund-Ems Canal Near Meppen – Meppen Market Square loop from NSG Biotop am Speicherbecken Geeste

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Dortmund-Ems Canal Near Meppen – Meppen Market Square loop from NSG Biotop am Speicherbecken Geeste

02:03

36.2km

40m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 2, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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2.66 km

Dortmund-Ems Canal Cycle Path

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The DEK is easy to drive on large parts. Unfortunately, some detours lead through deep sand and fairly busy roads without bike lanes. There are also stretches with very uneven surface. Most of the channel is passable on both sides.

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6.19 km

Dortmund-Ems Canal Near Meppen

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The Dortmund-Ems Canal can be navigated along the bike path or on the water with a boat and lock.

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9.40 km

Meppen Large Lock

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Opening times of the lock:

Monday to Saturday 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Sunday 6 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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11.4 km

Confluence of the Hase and Dortmund-Ems Canal

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The inflow is located directly at the Höltingmühle.

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11.8 km

Historic Town Hall, Meppen

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The basement of the town's landmark, built of mighty boulders, dates back to 1408. In 1605, the building was extended by two floors. Thus an open arbor was created, in …

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12.2 km

Meppen Market Square

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The market square in Meppen is always worth a visit. It is always decorated to match the season. Beautiful to look at.

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12.8 km

Archaeological Site

Archaeological Site

8

26.2 km

Dortmund-Ems Canal Cycle Path

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Great cycle path along the canal. Most of it can be ridden on both sides. I'm really impressed with the route. 👍👍👍

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29.9 km

Dortmund-Ems Canal Cycle Path

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You can cycle quickly along the Dortmund-Ems Canal near Lingen.

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36.2 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

21.4 km

13.0 km

1.09 km

481 m

118 m

105 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

33.7 km

2.16 km

144 m

142 m

< 100 m

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