Cycling day trip from Münster to Haltern am See

A mellow Münsterland ride from bike-mad Münster to lakeside Haltern am See. You’ll roll about 51 km on mostly flat terrain (roughly 150 m of gentle climbing) across fields, hedgerows, and patches of woodland. The route is largely away from traffic: around 60% on paths and 21% on farm tracks, with a mix of asphalt and about a quarter gravel—perfect for wider tires but fine on a sturdy city bike. Plan on a half-day with stops.

Kick off in Münster, famous for its cycling culture, gabled houses on the Prinzipalmarkt, and the Aasee right by the old town. As you head southwest, expect quiet lanes, small villages, and that classic Münsterland parkland vibe. Nearing Haltern, the landscape turns more forested as you approach the lake country.

Finish in Haltern am See, a popular getaway with beaches at the Halterner Stausee, trails in the Hohe Mark Nature Park, and the LWL-Römermuseum nodding to the area’s Roman history. Ideal for a relaxed point-to-point day out.