Discover Legden

Legden is located in the Münsterland Park Landscape near the Dutch border. For a stay, its seasonal garden, historic sites, cycling routes and rail connections offer a range of points of interest.

Dahlia Garden and Best Time to Visit

The Legden Dahlia Garden is next to St. Brigida Parish Church and is a public place for meeting, relaxation and recreation. Around 180 varieties of dahlias can be seen there from approximately mid-July to mid-October. If you want to see the flowers, you can plan your visit around this seasonal window. This gives your planning a specific timeframe; at the same time, the garden’s public role as a place for meeting and recreation is part of its character.

Historic Sites and Guided Tours

Haus Egelborg is a listed moated castle, first explicitly mentioned in 1389. Guided tours of Haus Egelborg can be booked through Touristik Legden & Asbeck; check the booking arrangements again before your trip. Haus van Wüllen also offers a guided historical tour and was formerly the residence of the abbesses of the Asbeck monastery and convent. The two houses offer different historical perspectives: Haus Egelborg can be placed in context through its early mention, while Haus van Wüllen is notable for its former role as a residence. Also check the arrangements for the guided tour of Haus van Wüllen before your trip.

Compare Cycling Routes

Cyclists can choose between two loop routes with different distances and locations along the way. KP Tour 3 is 51.7 kilometres long and passes through Legden, Asbeck, Heek, Nienborg and Ahaus; part of it follows the 100 Castles Route. At 30.2 kilometres, KP Tour 4 is the shorter loop and passes through Legden, Ahaus and Asbeck. It combines the themes of nature, culture and Münsterland delights. This lets you compare the longer route, with its additional named locations and partial section on the 100 Castles Route, with the shorter loop described by its themes. Check the latest route details before setting off, as route information may change. The difference in length is 21.5 kilometres.

Getting There and Practical Planning

Legden is served by two rail routes: the Westmünsterland Railway connects Dortmund, Legden, Gronau and Enschede. The Baumberge Railway connects Münster, Coesfeld, Legden and Gronau. The destinations listed for each route can help you narrow down the right connection for your journey. Check the current timetable before travelling, as services may change. For cyclists near the EuroVelo 3 route, Legden offers e-bike charging stations and a bicycle repair station. If you plan to use these facilities, check their availability before your ride. The municipal website also has a dedicated section for tourist information.

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