Josef Bresser Observatory

Information for cyclists
Borken is connected to the 4,500 kilometre long, well-signposted cycle path network in Münsterland. The region's flat location also makes it a popular destination for cycle tourists. There are exciting and interesting things to discover on various cycle and theme routes, but also on smuggler routes to the neighbouring Netherlands.
The Josef Bresser Observatory in Borken-Hoxfeld is only a few metres away from the Hohe Mark RadRoute.
The next junction is number 60 and is located at the starting point of the Planetenweg, at the model of the sun.

Admission
The guided tours are conducted by volunteer members of the association.
Free admission: 0 €

Parking
Parking is available on the street "Hoxfelder Esch", not far from the observatory. Here you can park free of charge on a gravel parking lot (bus stop).
Arrival
The Josef Bresser Observatory is located north-west of Borken.
By car:
Coming from the A31
Take the Borken exit
Continue on B67 (exit Wesel/Brünen/Nordring)
Continue on Weseler Straße, then Bocholter Straße and up to Vardingholter Straße
Coming from the A3
Take the Hamminkeln exit

By public transport_
Take the bus or train to Borken station. Borken is the terminus of the railway line via Essen, Bottrop and Dorsten.
From the station take bus R51
Then walk 2 kilometres to the observatory.