Do you love the colours of autumn, are you enchanted by the early morning mist and does the autumnal tranquillity clear your mind? Then get in the saddle, lace up your hiking boots, spread out your picnic blanket and discover your Münsterland.
With short day trips or multi-day tours, we take you to the most beautiful vantage points, the most picturesque village centres and the cosiest picnic spots. Experiences that stick in your mind and heart.
At the end of the cycling season, you can go on a grand tour once again. You'll be spoilt for choice in the Münsterland: some routes will take you to wonderful nature experiences, others to historic town centres or past autumn-framed castles and palaces. Mysterious moors, fantastic panoramic views, colourful forests and tranquil lakes will enchant you on your bike tour. Now you just have to decide...
Why not treat yourself to a relaxing ‘break’ from everyday life?
What could be lovelier than riding through the autumnal countryside on your own horse? The sun breaks through the dappled canopy of the woods, making the autumn leaves glisten. Fields and meadows offer sweeping views of small villages and stately farmsteads. Plan your routes exactly as you like.
Hikers are spoilt for choice. Do you want to climb the heights of the Baumberge or the Tecklenburger Land? Or would you prefer a leisurely stroll through a park? Either way, your walking trip will always be a very special experience, which you can combine to your heart’s content with culinary delights at a picnic.
What’s more, there are plenty of other ideas for autumn outings, such as the Mühlenhof open-air museum, a visit to a castle or a stroll around a funfair. Should the weather not be on your side, there are still plenty of indoor activities to choose from.
Longinus Tower NottulnOn a clear day, the view from the Longinus Tower seems to go on into infinity. No wonder, after all, the tower in Nottuln marks the highest point in Münsterland. The bright yellow of the mustard fields sets accents between meadows and small forests.
It is worth taking a walk to explore the surroundings. Again and again, completely new perspectives open up in all directions.
Tip: The Ludgerusweg makes hikers' hearts beat faster.
TecklenburgIt is a wonderful contrast. In the middle of the old town, small alleys dominate the picture and the eye is caught by historic half-timbered houses. Only a few metres further on, the view opens up either over the spa gardens to the heights of the Teutoburg Forest or from the "Münsterland Blick" to the deep plains of the Münsterland.
A stay can be wonderfully combined with a hike on a Teuto loop .
Outlook in StrombergThe Oelder district of Stromberg is a real insider tip in spring - when the plum trees are in bloom. But it's no less picturesque here in autumn! Close to the Stromberg castle ruins, you have a breathtaking view of the landscape. A great starting point for a short hike.
Observation tower on the MelchenbergYou shouldn't be afraid of heights when climbing the Melchenberg viewing tower. It is 60 metres high in total and has a viewing platform at a height of 30 metres, which can be reached via 168 steps. But it's worth the effort: you can enjoy a marvellous panoramic view over Reken, the Hohe Mark Nature Park, far into the Ruhr region and as far as Münster.
A view towards WelbergenFrom the Rothenberge district, you can see all the way to Ochtrup-Welbergen. A circular walk takes you past the pretty Villa Jordaan and then through the woods. Along the way, you should stop for a break on the ‘Liebesbank’ and enjoy the view.
A dining tip nearby: the Rothenberger Hofcafé (open on Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday afternoons).
