Münster sewage farm

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Coermühle 181, 48157 Münster

nature experiences - various Nature reserve/natural monument Tourist attractions – various

Rieselfelder Münster

Once a trickling area for Münster's sewage, today one of the most impressive bird sanctuaries in Münsterland. The Rieselfelder are located between Münster and Gimbte and are a popular destination for nature lovers. An observation tower and a variety of observation points, as well as several circular hiking trails, offer a wonderful view of the unique flora and fauna.

Tour information

The Rieselfelder are divided into two areas. In the north is the actual nature reserve, which is only accessible to a limited extent. In the south there is a nature experience area that is freely accessible. Here there are several circular hiking trails, an observation tower and great observation points with views of the beautiful nature.

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Information for cyclists
The Rieselfelder in Münster is a popular destination for cyclists. Nearby, the Ems and Werse rivers meander through the flat landscape.
Numerous themed cycle paths also run close to the Rieselfelder. The signposted routes each show very specific contents of the region and thus tell exciting stories about Münsterland. The following themed cycle routes run alongside the Rieselfelder:
EmsRadweg
Historic town centres
Peace Route
Werseradweg (in Gelmer)
100 castles route, north and east course (in Gelmer)
Everyone can find the right cycle tour on the Münsterland cycle path network, which is about 4500 kilometres long.

Admission
Free admission: 0 €

Parking
On the southern edge of the Rieselfelder are several parking areas, e.g. at the biological station or at the Wöstebach.
Arrival
The Rieselfelder are located between Münster and Greven near the Dortmund-Ems Canal.
How to get there by car:
Coming from the south: Take the A1 motorway, exit Münster Nord, direction Münster. Then follow the signs to Münster-Kinderhaus. Continue on the B219 towards Greven and follow the signs to the central landfill. Follow the road "Coermühle" past the restaurant "Heidekrug". After about two kilometres you will reach the Biological Station at the Rieselfeldern.
Coming from the north: Take the A1 motorway, exit at Greven towards Münster and follow the B481 towards Gelmer. After approx. 10 km, take the Schiffahrter Damm in the direction of Gelmer and drive through the town of Gelmer. Then cross the Dortmund-Ems Canal and follow the road "Coermühle" to the Biological Station.
Arrival by bus and train:
Münster main railway station
Bus line 4 in the direction of Gelmer (Rieselfelder stop)

Entrance Free
Always open
Author

Münsterland e.V.

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