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Ems Cycle Path – Rütenbrock Canal loop from Walchum

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Ems Cycle Path – Rütenbrock Canal loop from Walchum

Moderate

4.6

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Ems Cycle Path – Rütenbrock Canal loop from Walchum

03:58

69.3km

110m

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: June 13, 2026

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Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 14.5 km for 8 m

After 16.2 km for 8 m

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1.12 km

Ems Cycle Path

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

We drove between Papenburg and Meppen, the route runs almost entirely along the Ems and is well signposted. A nice tour on impeccable bike paths. 👍

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14.1 km

Ems Side Arm "Alte Ems"

Highlight • River

First of all, I am pleased that over 100 cyclists now recommend this highlight with me. You're welcome!
The Ems branch runs from Herbrum to the beginning of Aschendorf. Its …

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15.3 km

Herbrum Lock

Highlight • Structure

Always a highlight for the tech geeks among us. Usually, there's the opportunity to see large ships up close.

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18.0 km

Ems Cycle Route near Herbrum

Highlight • Cycleway

An excellently developed cycle route with a fantastic view of the gently flowing Ems.

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26.4 km

Dortmund-Ems Canal Directional Sign

Highlight • Monument

Mouth of the Küstenkanal into the Dortmund-Ems Canal.

This sign is merely a guide for ships coming from Oldenburg via the Küstenkanal...starboard leads to Emden, and port to Münster-Dortmund.

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