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Old Town, Leer – Harbour "Ditzum" loop from Leer (Ostfriesland)

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Germany

Lower Saxony

East Frisia

Old Town, Leer – Harbour "Ditzum" loop from Leer (Ostfriesland)

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Old Town, Leer – Harbour "Ditzum" loop from Leer (Ostfriesland)

02:43

46.1km

40m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The route includes a crossing by ferry. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 20, 2026

This route includes a ferry crossing

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 21.7 km for 59 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.52 km

Old Town, Leer

Highlight • Historical Site

The houses in the old town of Leer have been lovingly restored. A walk through the narrow streets is worthwhile because there is so much to discover: small shops, tea rooms, restaurants and many small details on the houses of the people who live here.

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1.71 km

View of the Museum Harbour, Leer

Highlight • Viewpoint

At the historic Waageplatz in Leer, maritime flair meets tradition – where historic ships and atmospheric festivals inspire.

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2.18 km

Leer Old Town

Highlight • Settlement

Beautiful old town. The filming locations for the crime series are quite close together.

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10.7 km

Emsdeich Cycle Path Jemgum–Ditzum

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The section to the left of the Ems is a beautiful tour that takes us from Jemgum to Ditzum. From there the path can continue along the Dollart to the Dutch border, from where we can get through the Rheiderland to Niew Schanze, or we can take the ferry to Emden in Ditzum, from where we can get to the large port city, or ourselves Move back towards Leer via Oldersum.
There are some interesting observations to be made along the route. You shouldn't miss the church in Critzum on the route, one or the other view of the Ems and Dollart, as well as tranquil villages on the route.

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21.7 km

Harbour "Ditzum"

Highlight • Structure

The small fishing village of Ditzum is popular with cyclists. Whether on the return trip from Rheiderland or the Dollart route from Holland. Ditzum always invites you to take a break, whether it's fish rolls, coffee and cake, ice cream or a delicious fish dish - here you can recharge your batteries.

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21.8 km

Ditzum church and bell tower

Highlight • Religious Site

The beautiful and old church from the 12th century with a hexagonal tower, together with the harbor and the mill, has a decisive influence on the face of the tranquil harbor town at the foot of the Dollart. A visit is not only worthwhile from the outside, but also from the inside.

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22.0 km

Ems Ferry Petkum–Ditzum

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

Small ferry every hour with priority for pedestrians and cyclists.

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24.2 km

Petkum–Ditzum Ferry Terminal

Highlight • Rest Area

The ferry is on the route of the Emsradweg. Otherwise you could also cycle on the north side of the Ems.

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46.1 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

24.4 km

12.8 km

3.38 km

2.09 km

1.42 km

Surfaces

21.4 km

15.8 km

5.34 km

2.44 km

1.20 km

Elevation

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Weather

Monday 20 July

21°C

10°C

17 %

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Comments

September 18, 2021,Auf beiden Seiten der Ems zwischen Leer und Emden

The cycle path on the west side of the Ems from Jemgum to Ditzum is nice to drive and leads along the dike without traffic.
In Ditzum there is the possibility to cross over to the other side of the Ems, to Petkum, with a small ferry for 3 euros per person and bike. The route east of the Ems …

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July 29, 2024,Links und rechts entlang der Ems von Emden bis zur Mündung

Start in Leer and then the Dollard Route towards Emden. A wonderful path through sheep poop along the dyke. It went to the ferry to Ditzum. The place is really picturesque with a windmill and everything that goes with it. A must on this route. Crab sandwiches at the harbor for €7: that's a real bargain. The ferry ride across …

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August 27, 2024,An der Ems von Ditzum nach Leer

A loop on the Ems: From Ditzum we take the ferry across the river mouth to Petkum, then cycle upstream to Leer. Unfortunately, the cycle path on this side of the river runs almost exclusively along the busy country road.
The old town of Leer is still as picturesque as we remember it; the large number of empty buildings is …

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August 12, 2023,Von Jemgum nach Jemgum über Leer

Wet lap, only the last 10 km dry. It goes through beautiful places. Of course, Leer is particularly great, but from Leer to Pilgum it's too long for us along the main road. I would change the route next time.

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September 27, 2023,Fahrradtour 27.9.2023 Fähre Pentkum - Ditzum - Leer und zurück

Cycling with a dog on the dike is prohibited and fines are expensive. With the permission of a shepherdess, we can if the dog stays in the wagon. It is very nice to drive on this side. There is a lot of nature to look at.
The harbor in Leer...pure atmosphere! The apple pie...a delight!
The return journey along the …

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May 21, 2022,Ems hoch bis zum Dollart

Very nice bike tour with interesting stops and ferry crossing.

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August 27, 2024,Petkum - Leer - Ditzum Fähre ⛴ 🚴🤗

Parked free of charge at the ferry terminal in Petkum. From there towards Leer via Oldersum. The first 10 km or so unfortunately along the main road but on an acceptable cycle path. Had a second breakfast 🥣 in Leer at the horse market. Then over the Ems bridge via Bingum and Jemgum to Ditzum. At 3 p.m. took the …

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September 9, 2022,Ditzum, Leer, Petkum

Overall nice tour.
However, on the first part you collect so much sheep manure that the front fender begins to grind. uhh

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Old Town, Leer – Harbour "Ditzum" loop from Leer (Ostfriesland)

Old Town, Leer

View of the Museum Harbour, Leer

Leer Old Town

Emsdeich Cycle Path Jemgum–Ditzum

Harbour "Ditzum"

Ditzum church and bell tower

Ems Ferry Petkum–Ditzum

Petkum–Ditzum Ferry Terminal

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