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Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia
Kreis Gütersloh
Rietberg

Steinhorst Basin – Cycle Path Along the Ölbach loop from Rietberg

Routes
Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia
Kreis Gütersloh
Rietberg

Steinhorst Basin – Cycle Path Along the Ölbach loop from Rietberg

Moderate

3

riders

Steinhorst Basin – Cycle Path Along the Ölbach loop from Rietberg

03:30

54.3km

80m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 19, 2025

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Rietberger Emsniederung

Steinhorster Becken

Holter Wald

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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4.38 km

Rietberger Emsniederung

Nature Reserve

2

11.4 km

South Observation Tower at Steinhorster Becken

Highlight • Viewpoint

The Steinhorst Basin is an absolute must-see for any nature lover. This biotope is the largest man-made biotope of its kind in North Rhine-Westphalia and provides a wonderful habitat for …

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11.6 km

Steinhorster Becken Nature Reserve

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The Steinhorst Basin is a very beautiful body of water with numerous waterfowl, two observation towers, the Ems River, which flows through it separately, and a very pleasant circular path …

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12.2 km

From the lookout tower you have a great view over the nature reserve Steinhorster Becken. With a little patience, you can also see water birds and many other birds from …

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13.1 km

Steinhorst Basin

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The Steinhorster Basin is considered the largest human-made biotope in North Rhine-Westphalia. Here native, but also many migrating waders and waterbirds find undisturbed areas for breeding, resting or feeding. The …

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29.2 km

Holter Wald

Nature Reserve

7

36.6 km

fantastic path through the forest, wide road, hardly any holes

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36.8 km

Flat, ideal for gravel.
Lots of runners and hikers on weekends or after work (especially when the weather is good)!

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37.0 km

Cycle Path Along the Ölbach

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This gravel path along the Ölbach is highly recommended. In summer, the cyclist rides under the trees along the Ölbach through the shade. Very pleasant!

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37.0 km

Ölbach Stream Crossing

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Cooling off your feet on warm days

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54.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

24.4 km

13.8 km

9.66 km

4.74 km

1.26 km

520 m

Surfaces

31.9 km

8.85 km

7.01 km

3.85 km

1.96 km

794 m

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