Detern is a municipality in the district of Leer, Lower Saxony, Germany, characterized by its flat terrain and extensive waterways. Situated between the Leda and Jümme rivers and along the Ems-Jade Canal, the region offers a diverse natural backdrop for outdoor pursuits. This landscape provides ideal conditions for several sports like touring cycling, hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, and more.
Detern offers more than 100 routes for outdoor activities across several sports like touring cycling,…
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4.5
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Average rating
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4.7
(49)
191
riders
36.1km
02:12
40m
40m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(173)
662
riders
37.1km
02:15
50m
50m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(127)
513
riders
36.8km
02:09
60m
60m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
(26)
175
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
(23)
86
hikers
9.56km
02:25
10m
10m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
(12)
44
hikers
5.76km
01:27
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
(14)
25
hikers
9.79km
02:28
10m
10m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(2)
13
hikers
5.68km
01:26
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.6
(8)
82
riders
32.6km
01:18
50m
50m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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30
riders
51.6km
02:28
60m
60m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

23
riders
48.3km
02:09
60m
60m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

24
riders
24.6km
01:01
30m
30m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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5.0
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46
runners
9.24km
00:59
10m
10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

16
runners
20.8km
02:09
20m
20m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
runners
15.9km
01:41
20m
20m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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8
runners
5.29km
00:33
10m
10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
(5)
34
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.2
(10)
27
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
(3)
9
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
(6)
14
riders
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(3)
9
riders
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

5.0
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3
riders
47.8km
02:46
70m
70m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

3
riders
44.2km
02:31
70m
70m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
Detern offers a variety of outdoor activities including Touring cycling, Hiking, Mountain biking, Road cycling, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features over 100 routes, with an average rating of 4.51 stars from more than 15,000 visitors.
Touring cycling and road cycling are popular in Detern due to its flat terrain and well-developed network of routes. Routes cater to various fitness levels, with many featuring paved surfaces suitable for all skill levels. For more information, see the Cycling around Detern guide.
The terrain for cycling in Detern is generally flat, making it suitable for various skill levels. Many routes feature mostly paved surfaces, ideal for touring and road cycling. The region's location between the Leda and Jümme rivers and along the Ems-Jade Canal offers scenic, waterside routes.
Detern offers a variety of hiking trails suitable for different fitness levels, ranging from easy paths to more challenging treks. Popular routes include loops around the Barge Pumping Station and Stickhausen Castle Tower. More details are available in the Hiking around Detern guide.
Detern's flat terrain and well-developed network of routes make it suitable for family-friendly cycling. Many routes feature mostly paved surfaces, ideal for all skill levels and durations. Consider exploring Traffic-free bike rides around Detern for suitable options.
Detern is characterized by its idyllic landscapes, nestled between the Leda and Jümme rivers and along the Ems-Jade Canal. The area boasts numerous rivers, lakes, oxbow lakes, and ponds. A walk along the Ems-Jade Canal is recommended for observing local wildlife.
Detern features several historical landmarks, including the 15th-century Stickhausen Castle and the hand-operated Jümme ferry. Evenburg Castle, a 17th-century baroque castle, and the historic "Windmühle Hahnentange" (Hahnentange Windmill) are also significant attractions in the broader region.
While the region is primarily known for touring and road cycling, there are some mountain biking opportunities. Specific trails can be explored through the MTB Trails around Detern guide.
Detern is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 15,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The region's 112 routes have an average rating of 4.51 out of 5 stars, indicating high user satisfaction.
Komoot offers several guides for Detern, including Cycling around Detern, Hiking around Detern, and MTB Trails around Detern. Guides for road cycling, jogging, and gravel biking are also available.
Official information for the Detern region can be found on the website of the Samtgemeinde Jümme. The official website is www.juemme.de. For direct inquiries, the Tourist-Information Jümme can be reached at +49 4957 91800.

