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Landkreis Emsland

View of the Ems River – Fortress Bourtange loop from Hasselbergstraße

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Landkreis Emsland

View of the Ems River – Fortress Bourtange loop from Hasselbergstraße

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View of the Ems River – Fortress Bourtange loop from Hasselbergstraße

02:07

53.2km

60m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 19, 2026

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Includes movable bridges

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After 43.0 km for 14 m

After 49.4 km for 10 m

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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9.99 km

View of the Ems River

Highlight • Viewpoint

Nice view over the Emslauf. Otherwise, the Ems cycle path that runs here is great to ride and definitely recommended.

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2

17.8 km

Leher Pünte Cable Ferry

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Here you come across the Ems in a very unique way. The "Leher Pünte" is one of two rope-bound ferries across the Ems. It takes you to the other bank …

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38.8 km

't Oal Kroegie

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In the heart of the Vesting Bourtange lies this honest pub with friendly service, delicious coffee and homemade cakes. The rest of the menu is also good to read. Recommended!!

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4

38.9 km

Fortress Bourtange

Highlight • Historical Site

great impressions of an old, restored fortress

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5

39.0 km

Red Bridges of Bourtange Fortress

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Bourtange Fortress is located near the German border in beautiful Westerwolde. It is an incomparable historical defensive structure.

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49.5 km

Bridge Over the Ruiten-Aa Canal

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7

50.8 km

Border Crossing to Westerwolde (NL)

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8

50.9 km

Hasselberg (Bourtanger Moor High Point)

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With 14 m the highest elevation in the Bourtanger Moor

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53.2 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

23.2 km

21.8 km

7.00 km

857 m

457 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

45.3 km

4.84 km

2.97 km

129 m

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Friday 29 May

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