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Haltern cycle paths

Welcome to the bike-friendly lakeside town!

You are invited to explore the cycle route network (H 1 - H 6) and get to know our beautiful and scenically varied town, which has already received several awards as a "cycle-friendly town". The circular tours have different lengths, lead in different directions in the city area and can be "experienced" individually by each cyclist.

In addition to wonderful views, the routes offer both challenges and leisurely routes and are suitable for experienced and less experienced cyclists. They are integrated into the NRW cycle route network (red and white signage) and are also signposted in both directions. Access is possible from any location. Look out for the H-route inserts in the red and white signposting.

The description of the tours in the individual maps starts from the cycle station; the direction is merely a recommendation.

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H 1 - Borders and history

Large loop around the Haltern am See urban area.

H 2 - Living nature

A great 44 km day bike tour with varied agricultural diversity and beautiful views.

H 3 - Roman paths and Roman finds

Haltern am See was already an important place for the Romans. The 18 km long cycle tour follows the traces of this extraordinary history.

H 4 - Farmland and Lippe floodplains

The forest landscape of the Hohe Mark meets idyllic farming communities with nice places to stop for refreshments.

H 5 - Hills and waterways

Exciting forest landscapes, expansive views and lively shipping traffic.

H 6 - Sand and lakes

Popular cycle tour along the Haltern lake district.

Routes hub - Reach your destination with numbers

It's a bit like "painting by numbers" - only by bike. The junction system makes it possible to create individual tours from over 4,500 kilometers of cycle paths in Münsterland, which cycling enthusiasts can follow at will. The junction system provides orientation.

We have put together the four most beautiful tours in and around Haltern am See here.

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Themed cycle paths

Themed cycle routes are fascinating because of the connection between the theme in the foreground and the sights along the way that match the theme.

Day trips by bike

Whether you choose the H-routes or complete day trips with additional program points, here are some suggestions for your cycling trip

Bike tours

Cycling around Haltern am See with a tailwind is fun and healthy! You can find the best travel offers for cyclists here.

E-bike/bike rental

You can hire and repair bicycles, e-bikes, cargo bikes or other two-wheelers at the bike station right next to the station.

Stay overnight in Haltern am See

Are you looking for a hotel room or a vacation apartment in Haltern am See? Then you've come to the right place!

Contact us

Do you have any questions or would you like more information? We are happy to be there for you during opening hours!

Tips for events...


17 Events.
Karnevalsumzug, 2026 Seestadt-Jecken e.V.
16.02.2026, 13:00 to ca. 16.02.2026, 17:00
Children's carnival in the centre of Haltern
Helau again
Haltern on the lake

At 1.11 p.m., the children's parade starts at the market square with around 20 small groups, 2 marching bands and this year's prince and princess (applications are still possible) via Rekumer Straße. The parade will cross the market square in the direction of Disselhof and then loop back along Rekumer Straße to end at the market square at around 3 p.m. All revellers - big or small, with or without a costume - are cordially invited to follow the parade on the sides of the street and from the market square. This year, the association can count on several large donations of throwing material, from which all spectators of the parade will benefit.

A family-friendly entertainment programme with a stage in front of the Sixtus Church will be offered on the market square from around 3:00 pm, seamlessly following the parade. Starting with the welcoming address by association chairwomen Mareike Zaun and Markus Schenk and a greeting from Mayor Andreas Stegemann, the programme will be followed by live performances by the "Mini- & Klein-Funken" dance guard "Blaue KITT-Funken Olfen" with guard and show dances, which are particularly aimed at the young market audience.

Between the individual programme items and parallel to the start of the parade from 13:11, there will be carnival music with a DJ on the stage. The highlight of the stage programme will be a live performance by the Haltern duo "CoconutBanane" (Arne Feldmann & Tobias Rudolf), who will perform the new club song "Helau Again" with the members of the Seestadt-Jecken for the first time.

Drinks and food will also be available on the market square from 13:11, inviting visitors to linger before the parade. In addition to hot and cold drinks, various snacks will be on offer: With the support of the Rossini team, Jupps Biergarten and Schröders Schlemmergrill, among others. The sales stands support the activities of the association with part of their proceeds.

The event ends with the drawing of the raffle prizes on the stage at around 17:00.

At 1.11 p.m., the children's parade starts at the market square with around 20 small groups, 2 marching bands and this year's prince and princess (applications are still possible) via Rekumer Straße. The parade will cross the market square in the direction of Disselhof and then loop back along…
Markt 1
45721 Haltern am See
Admission
Free admission
0,00 €
Wildkräuter, RVR/Sprave
08.03.2026, 10:00 to 08.03.2026, 13:00
Healing plants and edible wild herbs
Buds from trees and bushes
Haltern on the lake

Get to know and identify medicinal plants and edible wild herbs along the way and learn interesting facts about how to use them at home for your well-being, health or enjoyment.

Different herbs and medicinal plants sprout throughout the year - different parts of the plant such as buds, leaves, flowers, seeds or roots are collected at different times of the year.

Being able to clearly recognise the plants on a hike all year round is an exciting experience for all ages.

What to expect: Herbs: Recognising, identifying, smelling, tasting and feeling edible wild plants and medicinal herbs.

Inspiring hike: We discover well-known and new plants along the way and learn about their wonderful properties. You will be amazed and perceive nature with different eyes afterwards.

Organiser: Naturparkführer Hohe Mark e.V. - Carmen Berling

0157 39715720

c.berling[at]hocharkerleben.de

The meeting point will be announced upon registration!

Out of everyday life, into adventure! We'll show you the exciting side of the Ruhr region. Here your whole family will find great nature experiences right on your doorstep. Be inspired by our varied programme!

Get to know and identify medicinal plants and edible wild herbs along the way and learn interesting facts about how to use them at home for your well-being, health or enjoyment.Different herbs and medicinal plants sprout throughout the year - different parts of the plant such as buds, leaves…
Markt 1
45721 Haltern am See
Price for the event


Adults
25,00 €
Children
12,00 €
Children
0,00 €
Frau Dr. Zehren, VHS Dülmen
10.03.2026, 19:00 to 10.03.2026, 20:30
Your breast health: it's in your hands
A lecture with tactile instructions for self-examination
Old Town Hall

Every 8th woman in Germany will develop breast cancer in the course of her life. The chances of recovery increase if the disease is detected as early as possible. How can I protect myself against breast cancer? What risk factors can I influence? In addition to the information, she demonstrates how to perform a palpation examination in line with the motto "It's in your own hands!" But who do I turn to if I feel something? What examinations are then available? Dr Zehren, Chief Physician at the Clinic for Gynaecology and Obstetrics and Head Physician at the Münsterland Breast Centre, will also answer these questions in detail.

Every 8th woman in Germany will develop breast cancer in the course of her life. The chances of recovery increase if the disease is detected as early as possible. How can I protect myself against breast cancer? What risk factors can I influence? In addition to the information, she demonstrates how…
Markt 1
45721 Haltern am See
Admission
Free admission
0,00 €
Sauberes Haltern am See, Stadt Haltern am See
21.03.2026, 09:00 to ca. 21.03.2026, 16:00
Clean Haltern am See
Action day
Haltern on the lake

Mayor Andreas Stegemann is once again calling on all citizens, clubs, groups, schools and kindergartens to take up the broom. The 22nd "Clean Haltern am See" campaign day will take place on 21 March 2026. The official start on this day is at 9 am. All interested clubs, groups, schools, kindergartens and active citizens can take part in this day of action, which has already become a tradition. You should bring sturdy shoes for the campaign. Sturdy gloves, bin tongs, bin bags and other equipment will be available from 8 a.m. on 21 March at the building depot at Annabergstraße 55, where the subsequent collection of the rubbish will also be organised. Groups can register now for the day of action, stating the approximate number of people taking part and the intended collection area. Anyone who prefers to "sweep their own doorstep" is also welcome to take part. For all those who cannot take part in the group action, there is the opportunity to do something on a small scale, namely directly in your own neighbourhood. Because collecting in the fresh air works up an appetite, the helpers are once again invited to a helpers' party at the depot site. Catering will be provided there from 2 pm.

Mayor Andreas Stegemann is once again calling on all citizens, clubs, groups, schools and kindergartens to take up the broom. The 22nd "Clean Haltern am See" campaign day will take place on 21 March 2026. The official start on this day is at 9 am. All interested clubs, groups, schools…
Markt 1
45721 Haltern am See
Admission
Free admission
0,00 €
Heilsame Pflanzen, Regionalverband Ruhr
12.04.2026, 10:00 to 12.04.2026, 13:00
Healing plants and edible wild herbs
Spring plants for cleaning
Haltern on the lake

Get to know and identify medicinal plants and edible wild herbs along the way and learn interesting facts about how to use them at home for your well-being, health or enjoyment.

Different herbs and medicinal plants sprout throughout the year - different parts of the plant such as buds, leaves, flowers, seeds or roots are collected at different times of the year.

Being able to clearly recognise the plants on a hike all year round is an exciting experience for all ages.

What to expect: Herbs: Recognising, identifying, smelling, tasting and feeling edible wild plants and medicinal herbs.

Organiser: Naturparkführer Hohe Mark e.V. - Carmen Berling 0157 39715720 c.berling@hohemarkerleben.de

Inspiring hike: We discover well-known and new plants along the way and learn about their wonderful properties. You will be amazed and perceive nature with different eyes afterwards.

The meeting point will be announced when you register!

Out of everyday life, into adventure! We'll show you the exciting side of the Ruhr region. Here your whole family will find great nature experiences right on your doorstep. Be inspired by our varied programme!

Get to know and identify medicinal plants and edible wild herbs along the way and learn interesting facts about how to use them at home for your well-being, health or enjoyment.Different herbs and medicinal plants sprout throughout the year - different parts of the plant such as buds, leaves…
Markt 1
45721 Haltern am See
Price for the event
Adults
25,00 €
Children
12,00 €
Children
0,00 €
Heilsame Pflanzen und essbare Wildkräuter, Regionalverband Ruhr
10.05.2026, 10:00 to 10.05.2026, 13:00
Healing plants and edible wild herbs
How do I stock my medicine cabinet?
Haltern on the lake

Get to know and identify medicinal plants and edible wild herbs along the way and learn interesting facts about how to use them at home for your well-being, health or enjoyment.

Different herbs and medicinal plants sprout throughout the year - different parts of the plant such as buds, leaves, flowers, seeds or roots are collected at different times of the year.

Being able to clearly recognise the plants on a hike all year round is an exciting experience for all ages.

What to expect: Herbs: Recognising, identifying, smelling, tasting and feeling edible wild plants and medicinal herbs.

Organiser: Naturparkführer Hohe Mark e.V. - Carmen Berling 0157 39715720 c.berling@hohemarkerleben.de

Inspiring hike: We discover well-known and new plants along the way and learn about their wonderful properties. You will be amazed and perceive nature with different eyes afterwards.

The meeting point will be announced when you register!

Out of everyday life, into adventure! We'll show you the exciting side of the Ruhr region. Here your whole family will find great nature experiences right on your doorstep. Be inspired by our varied programme!

Get to know and identify medicinal plants and edible wild herbs along the way and learn interesting facts about how to use them at home for your well-being, health or enjoyment.Different herbs and medicinal plants sprout throughout the year - different parts of the plant such as buds, leaves…
Markt 1
45721 Haltern am See
Price for the event
Adults
25,00 €
Children
12,00 €
Children
0,00 €
Erdbeeren, Hof Hagedorn
30.05.2026, 14:30 to ca. 30.05.2026, 17:00
Berry tour on the Hagedorn farm
Haltern on the lake

The berry tour starts at 2.30 pm with a small Secco reception at the farm.

The tour then continues to the fields and foil tunnels on the farm.

Here, everything about our cultivation and harvesting of strawberries and raspberries will be explained. Questions are definitely welcome, as are the odd product sample.

The extensive field tour ends with a cosy coffee break.

Strawberries are the topic here too.

If you are curious and would like to take part, please register yourself or a small group using the Hof Hagedorn contact form!

Organiser: Hof Hagedorn

The berry tour starts at 2.30 pm with a small Secco reception at the farm.The tour then continues to the fields and foil tunnels on the farm.Here, everything about our cultivation and harvesting of strawberries and raspberries will be explained. Questions are definitely welcome, as are the odd…
Markt 1
45721 Haltern am See
Price for the tour
normal
30,00 €
12.06.2026, 19:30 to 12.06.2026, 22:30
Stag beetle tour
the big crawl
Haltern on the lake

On the trail of the stag beetle's habitat.

An exploratory excursion on foot through the Diersfordter Forest. The excursion is full of ideas to familiarise children and adults with the habitats of beetles. On this eventful circular walk, the importance, endangerment and protection possibilities of insects and stag beetles will be demonstrated.

Please note: Don't forget: Sturdy shoes and suitable outdoor clothing.

Binding registration required. The number of participants is limited, please register in good time.

Organiser: Naturparkführer Hohe Mark e.V. - Bernhard Bittner 01514 2053637 b.bittner@hohemarkerleben.de

Venue: The meeting point will be announced upon registration!

Get out of everyday life and into adventure! We'll show you the exciting side of the Ruhr region. Here your whole family will find great nature experiences right on your doorstep. Be inspired by our varied programme!

Payment options: Participation fees are collected by the management directly before the start of the respective event. Only cash payment is possible.

On the trail of the stag beetle's habitat.An exploratory excursion on foot through the Diersfordter Forest. The excursion is full of ideas to familiarise children and adults with the habitats of beetles. On this eventful circular walk, the importance, endangerment and protection possibilities of…
Markt 1
45721 Haltern am See
Price for the event
Children
6,00 €
Erdbeeren, Hof Hagedorn
13.06.2026, 14:30 to ca. 13.06.2026, 17:00
Berry tour on the Hagedorn farm
Haltern on the lake

The berry tour starts at 2.30 pm with a small Secco reception at the farm.

The tour then continues to the fields and foil tunnels on the farm.

Here, everything about our cultivation and harvesting of strawberries and raspberries will be explained. Questions are definitely welcome, as are the odd product sample.

The extensive field tour ends with a cosy coffee break.

Strawberries are the topic here too.

If you are curious and would like to take part, please register yourself or a small group using the Hof Hagedorn contact form!

Organiser: Hof Hagedorn

The berry tour starts at 2.30 pm with a small Secco reception at the farm.The tour then continues to the fields and foil tunnels on the farm.Here, everything about our cultivation and harvesting of strawberries and raspberries will be explained. Questions are definitely welcome, as are the odd…
Markt 1
45721 Haltern am See
Price for the tour
normal
30,00 €
21.06.2026, 10:00 to 21.06.2026, 13:00
Healing plants and edible wild herbs
Midsummer plants Splendour of flowers
Haltern on the lake

Get to know and identify medicinal plants and edible wild herbs along the way and learn interesting facts about how to use them at home for your well-being, health or enjoyment.

Different herbs and medicinal plants sprout throughout the year - different parts of the plant such as buds, leaves, flowers, seeds or roots are collected at different times of the year.

Being able to clearly recognise the plants on a hike all year round is an exciting experience for all ages. Inspiring hike: We discover well-known and new plants along the way and learn about their wonderful properties.

What to expect: Herbs: Recognising, identifying, smelling, tasting and feeling edible wild plants and healing herbs.

Organiser: Naturparkführer Hohe Mark e.V. - Carmen Berling 0157 39715720 c.berling@hohemarkerleben.de

Venue: The meeting point will be announced upon registration!

Get out of everyday life and into adventure! We'll show you the exciting side of the Ruhr region. Here your whole family will find great nature experiences right on your doorstep. Be inspired by our varied programme!

Get to know and identify medicinal plants and edible wild herbs along the way and learn interesting facts about how to use them at home for your well-being, health or enjoyment.Different herbs and medicinal plants sprout throughout the year - different parts of the plant such as buds, leaves…
Markt 1
45721 Haltern am See
Price for the event
Adults
25,00 €
Children
12,00 €
Children
0,00 €

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