Cycling day trip from Bad Salzuflen to Bielefeld

A relaxed spin from spa-town vibes to castle views. Roll out of Bad Salzuflen, famous for its saltworks and timber‑framed old town, then head west on mostly dedicated paths and quiet lanes. The route is about 23 km with gentle ups and downs (around 130 m of ascent), and it’s almost entirely paved—mostly asphalt with some sections of paving stones, so wider tires make the old‑town bits comfier.

You’ll spend much of the ride on paths away from traffic, with a few calm residential stretches. Expect occasional shared sections with pedestrians—keep that bell handy. There’s no gravel on this one, making it friendly for city bikes and casual riders.

You’ll finish in Bielefeld, a green, bike‑loving city on the edge of the Teutoburg Forest. If you’ve got time (and a little extra leg power), detour up to Sparrenburg Castle for sweeping views over the city. Otherwise, cruise into the Altstadt for a coffee and call it a day.