Observation tower on the Melchenberg

Information for cyclists
The signposted Münsterland cycle path network runs in the immediate vicinity and offers numerous cycle tours. A nice destination for a short cycle tour is the ice cream parlour in Maria Venn. Extensive cycle tours lead to Dülmen with its zoo, to the glass museum near Coesfeld or to Gemen Castle near Borken.
Themed cycle routes nearby:
Hohe Mark cycle route
Next junction: 67

Admission
Free admission: 0 €

Parking
There are no parking spaces available directly on the Melchenberg. It is recommended that you leave your car in the car park in Reken and walk to the viewing tower. The walk from the town centre takes approx. 20 minutes.
Journey
Arrival by car via the A31 motorway (Oberhausen-Emden) to the Reken exit. Follow the signs in the direction of Reken. Follow the signs to the town centre and park in the "Neue Mitte" area. From there, take Steinstraße to Melchenberg.
Travel by train via Reken station and continue by bus to the "Alte Kirche" stop. From there, follow the main road to "Neue Mitte" and then turn right into Steinstraße. The walk takes about 20 minutes.
Reken railway station is served by trains from Essen, Bottrop, Gladbeck, Dorsten and Coesfeld.