On the "Pure Nature" cycle tour between Borken and Rhede, you can forget about everyday life, take a deep breath and perhaps even get to know some new places. Soothing nature experiences as well as interesting historical buildings await you on a route of around 60 kilometres. You can admire them from a distance or make a longer stopover - it's up to you. This circular tour is also a culinary delight: there are many authentic restaurants along the way that invite you to take a break.
You start at a leisurely pace at Haus Pröbsting on Lake Pröbstingsee. After a short stretch along the beautiful cycle path, the first stately home in Rhede awaits you:
Here is some information about its history: After the former "Borg" of Rhede was destroyed, the castle was allowed to be rebuilt opposite with permission from the Bishop of Münster in 1426. A stately manor house in the Renaissance style was built. In 1850, the princely family of Salm-Salm acquired the estate, which still serves as their residence today. So please only view the building from a distance. Myths, stories and a legend bear witness to the exciting history of the building: The ghost of the noblewoman is said to still make an appearance in the tower today.
Recommended places to take a break before continuing on to Rhede:
Pröbsting House was first mentioned in a document in 1221 as a manor house before it was transformed into a moated castle. The complex is now privately owned and houses a clinic, but the inner courtyard is freely accessible.
Lake Pröbstingsee is located directly in front of Haus Pröbsting and is a wonderful local recreation area. The lake, which covers over 100,000 square metres, offers many possibilities: Pedal boats, paddle boats and rowing boats, kayaks and stand-up paddle boards are waiting at the jetty, and it is also ideal for jogging, cycling and walking. Spacious sunbeds and unique views of the lake invite you to linger.
The Pröbstingsee is the perfect place to end the day. Park your bike and take a look around. Whether you want to unwind at the kiosk on the beautiful outdoor terrace, enjoy the picnic you brought with you or watch the sunset over the water: no matter what you have in mind, treat yourself to a little time out and enjoy the holiday feeling in nature!
If you prefer to travel by e-bike, you can simply rent a bike from Stadtwerke Mietfiets. In this case, the starting point of your bike tour would be the city centre of Borken. The nearest charging stations are located at the indoor and outdoor swimming pool (Heideweg 59, 46414 Rhede), at the Eiscafé Adria (Bahnhofstraße 26, 46414 Rhede) and at the Seniorenzentrum Azurit (Rudolf-Diesel-Straße 2, 46414 Rhede).
Here we keep you up to date on what you can experience on your cycle tour.
Rhede House
Mariengarden Monastery
Döring House and Döring Mill
Pröbsting House and Pröbsting Lake
Hotel tip:
Would you like to combine your cycling tour with an overnight stay in Borken? The Stadtotel Borken is only a few pedal turns away from the market square and the cycle paths.
By bus
For this cycling tour, you can travel in an environmentally friendly way using public transport, as there is the option of reaching the lake by bus. The R51 line from Borken to Bocholt stops at "Borken-Hoxfeld, Haus Pröbsting". On Sundays and public holidays from 01.05.-31.10. the line also runs as a "FietsenBus" with bicycle trailer.
By car
On the B67 between Borken and Rhede, follow the signs to "Freizeitgelände Pröbsting", "Schlossklinik". There are plenty of parking spaces in front of the Schossklinik. You can also use the small car park just before the boathouse. There is plenty of parking space for bicycles directly at the boathouse. There is also a bicycle charging station and your battery can recharge for the (further) trip.