Holtriemer-Wanderweg

The Holtriem region is a true paradise for cycling tourists. Cycle paths run alongside almost all major roads and the Holtriem circular trail, a route away from the main roads, invites riders to explore the area by bike. The Holtriem-Wander-Weg is roughly 48 km long and leads through the scenic landscape of Holtriem, linking existing country roads into an attractive circular cycling itinerary. The idea for this trail originated in 1987. Year after year, sections of the trail were completed until the final connection between Nenndorf and Westerholt was established in 1991 with the creation of the 'Lang Pad'. The Holtriem-Wander-Weg is well signposted and is gradually being furnished with shelters and information boards. Both guests and locals enjoy the route, especially since it can be left at any village, making it easy for families with children to explore partial sections according to their abilities. Even longer-distance routes like the 'Friesischer Heerweg' or 'Mit Rad up't Möhlenpad' incorporate stretches of the Holtriem-Wander-Weg. Along both sides of the trail, cyclists are greeted by interesting sights and local curiosities. For example, the route crosses the 7 degrees 30 minutes boundary meridian twice (in Utarp and Neuschoo). This meridian, east of Greenwich, marks the theoretical border between Western European and Central European Time. The time difference between the two is one hour. For daily convenience, there is no longer a requirement to reset your watch when crossing this line, but signs highlight these borders and explain the purpose of the boundary meridian. Discover these remarkable boundaries for yourself on a ride along the Holtriem-Wander-Weg.