Cycling at Gemen Castle

The countryside around Gemen Castle spreads out far and wide. As is usually the case in Münsterland, the nearest castle is not far away. As a cyclist, you can choose between Velen Castle, Raesfeld Castle and Rhede Castle as your destination, or you can simply combine two castles on your tour. In any case, the cycle paths lead you through the typical park landscape of western Münsterland with almost no climbs. Follow the Bocholter Aa to Bocholt or feel true country lust on the way to Südlohn or Gescher.

Gemen Castle in the Münsterland Cycling Region

4,500 km of signposted cycle paths criss-cross the Münsterland. Gemen Castle can also be reached via the practical junction system. With the junction system, you can easily put together your favourite route with a few numbers.

Gemen Castle in Borken is located at junction 44.

Themed routes at Gemen Castle

100 Castles Route 100 Castles Route West Course
© Münsterland e.V. / Axel Carneim
On the westward course
310 km | easy | circuit
The western course of the 100 Castles Route never ceases to amaze with its scenic diversity and magnificent castles. Here you will find some of the most beautiful buildings in Westphalia, all connected by the 100 Castles Route.
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Flamingo Route Flamingo Route Münsterland
© Münsterland e.V./Vincent Croce
To the treasures of nature
450 km | easy | circular route
The Flamingo Route takes you to the greatest treasures of nature in the German-Dutch border region between Enschede (NL) and Borken (DE). A special highlight is certainly the northernmost flamingo breeding colony in the Zwillbrocker Venn. But the numerous other nature reserves and the diverse sights also make the Flamingo Route a very special experience.
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High Mark Cycle Route High Mark Cycle Route
© Münsterland e.V./Sebastian Lehrke
Surprise in the nature park
280 km | easy | circuit
Nature experiences along the kilometre. On a cycle tour through the Hohe Mark Nature Park, the Münsterland shows its wildly romantic side. Surprising landscapes, rare inhabitants and exciting stories characterise the cycle tour through the western Münsterland.
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Day tour from Gemen Castle

The starting point of the cycle tour is the wonderful Gemen Castle on the outskirts of Borken. Only a few kilometres beyond Borken is Pröbsting Park. After a look at Haus Pröbsting, a ride on the pedal boat is a good idea. The small town of Rhede, just outside Bocholt, is well worth a visit. Rhede Castle, the small shopping street and the Pharmacy Museum are spread out around the mighty church. The church square is also the ideal place for a rest in one of the ice cream parlours or restaurants. Very rural and quiet, the cycle path leads in a curve back to Borken.

The day's route from Gemen Castle at a glance

46 km
Circuit
easy
Day trip
Castle/Nature
Borken
Rhede

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Borkener Landpartie Flower dreams in Borken-Marbeck
© Stadt Borken
50 km full of countryside, gardens, waters and warm hospitality - the Landpartie around Borken.
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Cycling Tour West Course Cycling Tour 100 Castles Route West Course
© Münsterland e.V. / Philipp Fölting
On the 100 Castles Route
7 days | from 679,- € | incl. luggage transfer The 100 Castles Route's western route rarely involves any altitude gain, but there are plenty of highlights. Cycle to the most beautiful castles and palaces in the western Münsterland.
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