The region is rugged, charming, and yet challenging for its inhabitants. They built fen settlements in the moorlands, which gave the Fehn Route its name. Your journey on this route takes you from Emden to the Netherlands and back. You'll cycle through charming landscapes, far from the hustle and bustle of densely populated cities. The North Sea is never too far away. Marvel at large cruise ships, windmills, castles, and picturesque harbor towns. The charms of the North become a delight.
You will arrive individually in Emden by late afternoon, where there will be an information discussion and the bike will be handed over. The seaport city is the location of several museum ships. If you like fish, you should try matjes or shrimps here.
Overnight place: Emden
Quiet paths lead from Emden to Petkum. After a short ferry crossing (not included) you will reach Ditzum with the fishing port. Along the Ems the route now leads via Jemgum to the town of Leer with its pretty old town, beautiful baroque buildings and the harbour. (ferry not included).
Overnight place: Leather
You cycle along numerous Fehn canals and moors through a landscape full of raw charm with picturesque bascule bridges and rustic courtyards. Papenburg is also called "Venice of the North" because of the canals and bascule bridges. A special attraction is the Meyer shipyard, internationally known for the construction of cruise ships. She can be visited. Prior registration is required: Telephone 0 49 61 / 8 39 60, or www.papenburg-tourismus.de.
Overnight place: Papenburg
After Papenburg you cycle into the Dutch province of Groningen and reach the old border fortress of Bourtange from the 16th century. The route to Stadskanaal leads past large farms and restored old-fashioned locks.
Overnight place: Stadskanaal
Through idyllic villages in the province of Drenthe to Zuidlaren with a unique horse market that is older than the oldest church. Passing the large inland lake Paterswoldsemeer and perfect cycle paths lead you to the city of Groningen, the center of the north-east of the Netherlands.
Overnight place: Groningen
Continue north. The Menkemaburg near Uithuizen is the most beautiful castle in the region. The charm of an old Frisian port town has been lovingly preserved in Appingedam. The route continues along the banks of the Damsterdiep to Delfzijl.
Overnight place: Delfzijl
Variant 1 (possible on all arrival days): Bike tour from Delfzijl along the Dollart, short ferry crossing (not included) from Ditzum to Petkum and bike tour to Emden.
Variant 2 (only possible if you arrive on Sunday): By boat (not incl.) from Delfzijl via the Dollart to Emden. See "Note" for details.
Overnight place: Emden
After breakfast individual return journey or start of your extension.
Overnight place: Emden (departure)
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| Double room including breakfast |
Cat. I/Cat. II
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| 19.04.2026 - 09.05.2026 | 799,00 € |
| 10.05.2026 - 23.05.2026 | 839,00 € |
| 24.05.2026 - 19.09.2026 | 899,00 € |
| 20.09.2026 - 27.09.2026 | 839,00 € |
| Single room including breakfast |
Cat. I/Cat. II
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|---|---|
| 19.04.2026 - 09.05.2026 | 1.098,00 € |
| 10.05.2026 - 23.05.2026 | 1.138,00 € |
| 24.05.2026 - 19.09.2026 | 1.198,00 € |
| 20.09.2026 - 27.09.2026 | 1.138,00 € |
| rental bike with luggage bag (7 or 27 gears) | |
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| 01.01.2026 - 31.12.2026 | 99,00 € |
| rental bike - 30 gears with pannier | |
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| 01.01.2026 - 31.12.2026 | 179,00 € |
| Electric rental bike with luggage bag | |
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| 01.01.2026 - 31.12.2026 | 289,00 € |
| Surcharge for printed travel documents, on site | |
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| 01.01.2026 - 31.12.2026 | 20,00 € |
| Room price per person |
Cat. I/Cat. II
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| Doppelzimmer inkl. Frühstück | 82,00 € |
| Einzelzimmer inkl. Frühstück | 125,00 € |
Every Sunday from April 19st - September 27th, 2026 (special dates possible for groups of 4 or more - please note the ferry note)
| Basic price in € per person * 2026 |
Cat. I/Cat. II
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| Double room including breakfast | From €799 |
| Single room including breakfast | From €1098 |
Attention: This trip is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Train: to/from Emden train station
Parking:
General tip for traveling by car
You can easily find a large overview of parking spaces on the external website www.parkopedia.de . view
You live in well-kept hotels, mostly in the 3 and 4-star category, as well as inns.
All rooms have shower/toilet or bath/toilet.
The ferry from Delfzijl to Emden normally runs every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from May to August, and Wednesday in September. Departure from Delfzijl at around 10:50 am and 16:50 pm, journey time approx. 1 hour 15 minutes. Please inform yourself well in advance of your arrival at www.dollard-route.de Cycling route from Emden harbor to your hotel approx. 4 km. All ferry crossings are not included in the price.
General information
Not included in the price: Cultural development tax, bed tax, arrival and departure, transfers, excursions, entrance and sightseeing fees, city maps, ferry fees, insurance, tips and personal expenses.
This trip is not suitable for people with reduced mobility. Maps presented are for illustrative purposes only and do not reflect geographical reality.
