Delbruck - Hövelhof

The last stage of the Paderborner Land Route takes you back to Hövelhof via the low plains of the Ems and the protected nature reserve Moosheide, located in the Senne. But before you reach Hövelhof, the cycle tour first takes you to the Steinhorster Becken. This 82-hectare nature reserve is known as the largest man-made biotope in North Rhine-Westphalia. When you get up in time, you can experience a number of unique animal species up close in this nature reserve. From two watchtowers you have a magnificent view over the mosaic of the water plains.
The rest of the Paderborner Land Route runs through the heathland and forest landscape of the Senne. During a visit to the Ems springs in the middle of the Moosheide and the EmsQuellen & EmsRadweg information center you will learn all about this special area. about this area.
A visit to the sheep herder is also worthwhile. The gray horned Heidschnucken graze all year round and thus contribute to the preservation of the Senne. The nearby visitor center Ostwestfalen Lippe gives an insight into the way of life in the past