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Kreis Minden-Lübbecke
Porta Westfalica

Varenholz–Veltheim Weser Ferry

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Varenholz–Veltheim Weser Ferry

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    September 10, 2021

    Cycling

    A crossing of the Weser with the historic Varenholz-Veltheim high-rope ferry is not only an exciting experience for young and old, but also takes a lot off hikers and cyclists. …
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    June 21, 2019

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    OPERATING TIMES -> from April to October

    Saturdays, Sundays and on

    Celebration and bridge days from 10.00 to 18.00 o'clock

    (last crossing at 5:45 pm)

    (No ferry service at high and low water, in case of thunderstorms or heavy rain the ferry service is interrupted or stopped)

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    Crossings during the week only with registration (at least 10 persons) at the municipality Kalletal

    Tel .: 05264 / 644-113.

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    PRICES

    Adults with bicycle: 2.00 EUR

    Children up to 12 years with bike: 1.00 EUR

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    June 2, 2019

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    The new ferry has been in operation for some time now. It's nice and a lot more comfortable.

    By the way, the old one is now a few kilometers away at the gravel pit and is a reminder of the good old days 😊

    Prices
    One-way:
    Adults: €1.00
    Children up to 12 years: €0.50
    With bicycle:
    Adults: €2.00
    Children up to 12 years: €1.00
    Further information at: kalletal.de/Tourismus/Wandern.htm/Seiten/Weserfaehre-Varenholz-Veltheim.html?
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    Kalletal Cable Park – Varenholz–Veltheim Weser Ferry loop from Ostenuther Kiesteiche

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Distance 83 m

    Uphill 10 m

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    Location: Porta Westfalica, Kreis Minden-Lübbecke, Detmold District, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

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