Soleweg - Kleinbahntrasse-Mittelachse

02:55 h
229 m
273 m
50 m
165 m
115 m
41.33 km
Start: Am Bahnhof, Spenge
Destination: Weser harbor in Vlotho

On the trail of the "white gold": the brine trail follows the course of underground brine streams in Wittekindsland and Lipperland. This tour describes the Kleinbahntrasse central axis, which leads from Spenge via Bad Salzuflen to Vlotho and connects the Northern Brine Trail Circuit and the Southern Brine Trail Circuit.

In the course of the regional EXPO initiative OWL carried out in 2000 and the 1st "Regionale" of the state of NRW, the idea was born to make the underground brine streams in Wittekindsland and Lipperland accessible above ground and thus connect the region's spas. The route covers a total of 91 km of the attractive landscape in the south-east of the district. It consists of the three sections "Kleinbahntrasse-Mittelachse", "südlicher Rundkurs" and "nördlicher Rundkurs", which can be ridden individually or combined with each other. This means that both enduring and sporty cyclists as well as inexperienced cyclists and families with children will find suitable sections.

The central axis presented here starts in Spenge, follows the old small railway line via Enger along the Bolldammbach stream to Hiddenhausen, continues through the "Füllenbruch" nature reserve to Herford, along the Werre to Bad Salzuflen and finally through the northern foothills of the Lipper Bergland to Vlotho. At its end, it forms the connection between the north and south courses. The "Kleinbahntrasse-Mittelachse" is a rather leisurely tour with only a few climbs in the section from Bad Salzuflen to Vlotho.

Mostly independent, asphalted or gravel cycle paths are used. This makes this tour ideal for cyclists who are less fit, for families with children or simply for a relaxing cycle tour.

Further information on the route and the waypoints can be found at www.fahrradreisen.de or on the cycle leisure homepage of the district of Herford: www.fahr-im-kreis.de where you can also download maps and a brochure free of charge.

Start

Am Bahnhof, Spenge

Destination

Weser harbor in Vlotho

Best to visit

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Directions

From Spenge with the Werburg and the Waldbad, the route heads east along the former narrow-gauge railway line. After the Enger Bruch nature reserve, you reach the town of Enger with its small railway museum. The route continues along the Bolldammbach stream through Belke-Steinbeck. At the sewage treatment plant, the route turns right and crosses the Oettinghauser Heide and the Füllenbruch nature reserve before reaching the town of Herford via Sundern. There, the route follows the town's historic ramparts and continues along the Werre to Bad Salzuflen, where various effects of the brine springs on the town are noticeable. From there, the route continues north through the Salzetal valley until it turns right shortly after the Caspohlquelle spring and reaches Eichholz via Krutheide and through the Glimketal valley. At the sports field near Exter, the route continues to the right via Hollwiesen and then reaches Vlotho, where the Weser harbor is located and the tour ends.

Tour information

Familiy-Friendly
Stop at an Inn

Directions & Parking facilities

The starting point is the city center of Spenge or the train station in Vlotho (depending on which direction you want to go).

Always know what's running - a free number for all situations: Bus and train customers in NRW can call 08006 50 40 30 around the clock for fare information, timetable information and more.

Additional information

www.fahr-im-kreis.de

www.fahrradreisen.de

Author

Thomas Wehrenberg

Organization

Touristikgemeinschaft Wittekindsland Herford e.V.

Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author

Sights along the route:

Werburg forest pool

Werburg

Mühlenburg

Gerberei, Kleinbahn and Widukind Museum

Enger outdoor pool

NSG Füllenbruch

MARTa Herford

Altstadt Herford

H2O adventure pool

Old town of Bad Salzuflen with salt works and spa gardens

Historical old town of Vlotho with castle

Refreshment stops:

"Brünger in der Wörde" with beer garden, Enger

"Alte Tischlerei", Hiddenhausen

"Haus am See" with café terrace, Bad Salzuflen

"Zur Loose" with beer garden and mini golf, Bad Salzuflen

"Schemmels Gutsstuben" with beer garden, Bad Salzuflen

"Corona" ice cream parlor, Vlotho

Excursion restaurant "Burg Vlotho", Vlotho

Further information on the route and the waypoints can be found on the cycle leisure website of the district of Herford: http://www.fahr-im-kreis-herford.de/alle-touren/themenrouten/soleweg

Safety guidelines

1. cycling on the cycle routes is at your own risk, everyone is responsible for themselves.

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2. the road traffic regulations apply to all cyclists

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3. a roadworthy bicycle must be used for the cycle tours.

4. The wearing of a bicycle helmet is recommended.

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