High on horseback in the green Münster

Münster not only has a lot to offer as a city, but also attracts riders with attractive and well-developed bridle paths. One of the oldest farms in the Münsterland, Haus Kump, is the starting point of the Münster - Havixbeck route, which leads through the Aatal recreational area. A visit to the Westphalian Horse Museum at Münster's Allwetterzoo is recommended. Also worth seeing on this route is the Haus Rüschhaus, built by the Westphalian Baroque master Johann Conrad Schlaun.

Through deep forests on the outskirts

The next section from Münster to Handorf - Hiltrup, starting from the "Zur Hohen Ward" trail park, leads directly into Münster's most attractive and largest contiguous forest and recreation area, Hohe Ward. For the sporty rider, there are numerous opportunities here, parallel to the approx. 10 km long circular riding trail, to challenge himself and his horse over obstacles arranged to the side.

The approximately 80 km long network of riding routes between Münster, Greven and Westbevern offers horse and riding enthusiasts a variety of natural experiences: In addition to hedgerows, meadows and fields, idyllic wooded areas, heathland and the near-natural streams of the Ems floodplain attract riders. In between, you can discover not only the typical Münsterland farms, but also magnificent manor houses.

Tip of the day on the riding route

The traces of the Droste On the trail of the Droste
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Riding to Hülshoff Castle
Follow in the footsteps of Annette von Droste-Hülshoff on beautiful riding routes between Haus Rüschhaus and Hülshoff Castle.
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Rieselfelder riding route Riding in the Rieselfelder
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Unique nature
Experience the unique natural areas of the Rieselfelder and Bockholter Berge on a 16-kilometre day ride.
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Circuit Hohe Ward Riding in the green Münster
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Riding in Münster
This varied 10-kilometre circuit leads through the Hohe Ward nature reserve. Here you will find a nice mix of fun and relaxation.
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