A cyclist's paradise
Delbrück
The town with the tilted church tower is considered by many cycling enthusiasts to be a paradise in North Rhine-Westphalia. Delbrück is also known for its historic half-timbered houses and inviting town center, which is perfect for strolling and exploring. There are a variety of leisure activities on offer here, from cycling and hiking tours in the surrounding countryside to cultural events and traditional festivals.
Steinhorster Becken
The Steinhorster Basin is an important nature reserve and a popular destination for wildlife observation.
Its wet meadows, bodies of water and wooded areas provide suitable habitats for numerous bird species. The landscape can be explored along the paths and observed from the viewing towers. The area offers birdwatchers in particular fascinating insights into the local wildlife.
Churchyard
Delbrück's landmark is the church of St. John the Baptist with its leaning tower. Surrounded by the historic church square with its centuries-old half-timbered houses and old trees, the impressive church tower can be seen from afar, pointing the way to the town from all directions. The 65-meter-high wooden tower leans two meters to one side.
Cafés on the church square invite you to linger, and charming small and large shops have established Delbrück's reputation as a popular shopping destination.
Cyclist's paradise
Cyclists who love well-maintained and well-marked bike paths on flat terrain will find Delbrück to be the perfect destination. With a maximum elevation difference of 37 meters, the flat landscape between the Lippe and Ems rivers is a paradise for cyclists and skaters.
Many marked circular routes lead to well-known as well as hidden sights in the area. Themed routes such as the Kapellenweg (Chapel Trail) and the Spargelroute (Asparagus Route) introduce cyclists to regional specialties. The restaurants located directly on the cycle routes are very popular.
Events in Delbrück
There is always something going on in Delbrück: the three Cs – Carnival, Catholic Cross Procession, and St. Catherine's Market – are popular events with a long tradition.
Once a year, everything revolves around the region's typical gourmet vegetable, asparagus. Delbrück invites visitors to feast and celebrate at the two-day long town and asparagus festival. The Katharinenmarkt (St. Cathrine's Market), which takes place every year on the third weekend in september, is based on a 400-year-old tradition as a cattle and produce market.
Further information
Find out more about leisure activities in Delbrück:
Stadt Delbrück
Himmelreichallee 20 | D - 33129 Delbrück | Tel. +49 5250 996116