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Heeder Lake – Bourtange Canal Bicycle Bridge loop from Dörpen

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Heeder Lake – Bourtange Canal Bicycle Bridge loop from Dörpen

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Heeder Lake – Bourtange Canal Bicycle Bridge loop from Dörpen

02:30

42.8km

50m

Cycling

Moderate bike 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: March 29, 2026

Tips

Includes movable bridges

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After 19.2 km for 14 m

After 25.6 km for 10 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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6.77 km

Heeder See

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Beautiful lake, especially in summer

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7.03 km

Heeder Lake

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The lake is just outside of Heede and has a 700 meter long bathing beach and a water ski facility over a kilometer long with a 960 meter long circulating rope.

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13.3 km

Red Drawbridge at Bourtange Fortress

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Bourtange Fortress is located near the German border in beautiful Westerwolde. It is an incomparable historical defensive structure.

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14.7 km

Beach

16.0 km

Bourtange Canal Bicycle Bridge

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A charming cycle bridge over the Bourtanger Canal, situated outside the historic village of Bourtange. This peaceful crossing offers a beautiful view over the canal and the surrounding, wide landscape. …

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25.6 km

Sellingersluis Lock

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Lock + lifting bridge Hasseberg

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35.6 km

MarinaPark Emstal

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It's fun to ride here and enjoy the beautiful view of the water and the boats. You can also take a break in the harbor café. If you want to …

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35.7 km

Harbor Café MarinaPark

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In the Hafencafé you can enjoy the view of the Ems from a large terrace. For refreshment, there are delicious cakes and pies or simple dishes that are common for …

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35.7 km

Marina Park Emstal

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Marinapark Emstal is located directly on the Ems River, amidst virtually untouched nature.

Here you'll find a facility for water sports enthusiasts with high standards! High-quality weekend homes with boat …

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42.8 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

18.0 km

14.6 km

6.98 km

1.93 km

1.32 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

33.5 km

5.03 km

3.46 km

431 m

365 m

Elevation

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Weather

Sunday 7 June

21°C

13°C

27 %

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Max wind speed: 17.0 km/h

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Heeder Lake – Bourtange Canal Bicycle Bridge loop from Dörpen

Heeder See

Heeder Lake

Red Drawbridge at Bourtange Fortress

Bourtange Canal Bicycle Bridge

Sellingersluis Lock

MarinaPark Emstal

Harbor Café MarinaPark

Marina Park Emstal

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