My friend and I had never been on a cycle tour before - so we were all the more delighted when we were given the opportunity to set off together! We set off on our first cycling adventure with the tour "castle beauties" in Münsterland with a mix of a thirst for adventure and a little respect for the daily stages. The anticipation is huge, but the question remained: will we be able to keep going?
We travel to Münster with great anticipation. We can park the car safely for the entire journey. From our very first impression, Münster impresses us as a beautiful, bike-friendly city. Our room is modern and cosy, so we immediately feel at home. After checking in, we head to the underground car park where our e-bikes are waiting for us. As the Aasee lake is only five minutes away, we take the opportunity for a short bike ride there. The evening ends in a relaxed atmosphere with a glass of wine and a delicious dinner right by the water.
Our first day of cycling begins after a hearty breakfast full of energy. The sun is shining and we are ready for our first day of cycling. The route takes us through picturesque landscapes, past green meadows and historic buildings. But despite all the joy, we clearly notice ‘bum pain’ but we persevere and finally reach our destination in Billerbeck.
At the hotel, we meet experienced cycle travellers who give us a valuable tip: a saddle cover! So we visit a bike shop in the morning and buy this ingenious invention. What a relief! Today's route takes us to some wonderful sights, first and foremost the imposing moated castle. The varied landscape and historic architecture make this day an unforgettable experience.
After the first few days on the bike, we are starting to feel the strain. Our bodies are exhausted, but we want to persevere. Today the weather is less inviting - it's rainy and windy. But as other cyclists have told us before: ‘There is no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothing.’ So we wrap up well and get pedalling. When we arrive in Lüdinghausen, we reward ourselves with a good glass of wine after this exhausting day and relax at the end of the evening.
Sunshine again at last! This stage is our absolute favourite. The route takes us through beautiful landscapes, past magnificent castles. Our highlight is the imposing Nordkirchen Castle. At lunchtime, we take a break in an outdoor pool - a wonderful refreshment and highly recommended.
Our last day of cycling takes us back to Münster. The route along the water is fantastic and we wistfully realised that our journey would soon be over. Once we arrive in Münster, we use the remaining time for a little shopping tour. In the evening, we drive back to the lake and enjoy the wonderful view of the water over a final dinner.
After an exciting and adventurous cycle tour, it's time to head home. We had an incredible amount of fun and are a little sad that the journey has passed so quickly. It's a special feeling to get on our bikes every day, discover new places and pack our bags. After a hearty breakfast, we leave with great memories and great anticipation for our next cycle tour.
I can recommend this tour to everyone! Anyone who has never travelled by bike before should not miss out on this adventure. The mixture of nature, culture and sporting activity makes this trip a perfect break from everyday life.
