Melle-Grönegau Airfield – Meller Maschwiesen loop from Melle

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Melle-Grönegau Airfield – Meller Maschwiesen loop from Melle

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Melle-Grönegau Airfield – Meller Maschwiesen loop from Melle

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19.6km

40m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 8, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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572 m

Meller Water Wheel and Miller Sculpture

Highlight • Monument

The miller stands on the site of the old Meller mill. Only the weir in the Else remains of this former water mill.

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3.54 km

Melle-Grönegau Airfield

Highlight • Structure

Small powered aircraft, glider pilots and microlights take off and land at the airfield. The kite festival takes place there every three years. The Else-Werre cycle path leads directly past the airport.

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3.77 km

Maschwiesen Melle on the Else-Werre Cycle Path

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Well-developed section of the Else-Werre cycle path through the Meller Maschwiesen.

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4.53 km

Rest area with a view of the airfield

Highlight • Viewpoint

Here is a nice opportunity for a break with a view of the Maschwiesen and the airfield. Benches and a table are available.

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9.34 km

Gatehouse Gut Bruchmühlen

Highlight • Historical Site

Archway house as the remainder of the former Bruchmühlen estate. Nearby, the Else flows untouched through the meadows. The table and benches allow a short rest.

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9.47 km

Weir on the River Else in Bruchmühlen

Highlight • Structure

The barrage of the Else at this point offers a beautiful backdrop for photos. The sound of the small waterfall calms the mind.

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15.4 km

Runway Crossing at Melle Airfield

Highlight (Segment) • Structure

The airport in Melle Eicken-Bruche is suitable for both glider pilots and small powered aircraft. Traffic at the start and end of the main runway and landing runway is controlled by traffic lights.

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16.9 km

Meller Maschwiesen

Highlight • Natural

The Maschwiesen offer relaxation in every season. The well-developed paths (approx. 5 km) are easy to drive on. Depending on the season, storks, herons and other birds can be observed. …

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19.6 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.77 km

7.08 km

1.86 km

1.78 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

15.7 km

3.13 km

575 m

122 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Friday 9 October

14°C

8°C

84 %

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Max wind speed: 21.0 km/h

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Comments

April 21, 2026,Blick auf die Kirchtürme von Melle – Flugplatz Melle-Grönegau Runde von Melle

This is a wonderful tour through the heart of Grönegaus! The described route is a classic for recreational cyclists in Melle. It combines the charming townscape with the distinctive church towers and the wide, open landscape around the airfield.

Here are the details of this popular circuit:
Tour Profile: "View of the Church Towers"
This circuit is ideal for a …

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