Riesenbeck – Equestrian Sports, Culture and Landscape

Riesenbeck brings together equestrian sports, historic buildings, routes for cyclists and riders, and places by the water. If you are looking for a hotel in Riesenbeck, the purpose of your stay can be a good starting point: a competition, a tour or an interest in local history will each point you in a different direction. The following topics offer practical starting points for planning your trip.

Equestrian Sports and Events

Since 2016, Riesenbeck International has organised equestrian competitions and training events throughout the year at the Surenburg equestrian sports centre. The programme includes show jumping, dressage and driving. At the RIESENBECK INTERNATIONAL summer show in June, competitions in all three disciplines take place simultaneously over one weekend. If you would like to plan your stay around this competition, check the specific event dates before making your travel plans: dates vary from year to year.

The landscape also has a particular appeal for riders: the Surenburger Wald in Riesenbeck lies along the Münsterland riding route between Rheine and Lienen. Riders can use unpaved, natural trails around the Surenburg. Equestrianism is therefore not limited to competitions at the equestrian sports centre; it is also reflected in the opportunities described on the trails around the Surenburg.

Cycling Routes and Views

The 100 Castles Route starts in Riesenbeck at the picturesque moated castle of Surenburg, near the equestrian and driving sports centre. The Dortmund-Ems Canal Cycle Route runs directly past the motorhome park in Riesenbeck. For precise directions on the 100 Castles Route, follow the local route guidance.

Schöne Aussicht is 116 metres above sea level and offers views of Riesenbeck and far across the Münsterland region. It can be reached on foot via the Hermannsweg, or by car or bicycle via Am Teutohang and Teutostraße; parking is available. The viewpoint was designated a protected monument by the town of Hörstel on 27 October 1999. Its elevation, expansive views and the access routes described here offer several points to consider if you would like to include this spot in your plans.

By the Water and at the Nasses Dreieck

The Nasses Dreieck in the Bergeshövede farming community of Riesenbeck is a popular destination for day trips. Walkers, cyclists and water sports enthusiasts can enjoy the surrounding landscape there, and the pedestrian bridge remains open for use. The “Red Box” at the Nasses Dreieck provides information about waterways, canal construction and nearby sights. This means you can enjoy the landscape and learn about waterways and canal construction in the same place, without having to focus on just one of these themes.

Agricultural History and Architecture

The Riesenbeck Agricultural Machinery Museum displays more than 600 objects that were once used in agricultural production and in farmhouses. The collection highlights both tools used for agricultural work and objects from farm households. A fully functioning horse gin has also been preserved in Riesenbeck as a distinctive piece of technology.

St. Calixtus Church in Riesenbeck was built between 1807 and 1809 to plans by building inspector Friedrich Wilhelm Müser. Its Romanesque predecessor had previously been demolished because it was dilapidated. This example makes it possible to trace the sequence from the earlier church building to its later replacement. Alongside the agricultural objects and the working horse gin, the church offers another distinct way to explore Riesenbeck’s history.

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See the main travel overview: Hörstel.