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East Frisia

Kesselschleuse, Emden – Ems Side Canal loop from Kesselschleuse Emden

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Germany

Lower Saxony

East Frisia

Kesselschleuse, Emden – Ems Side Canal loop from Kesselschleuse Emden

Moderate

3.7

(3)

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Kesselschleuse, Emden – Ems Side Canal loop from Kesselschleuse Emden

02:48

11.1km

20m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 24, 2026

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Includes a movable bridge

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After 2.09 km for 14 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.09 km

Kesselschleuse, Emden

Highlight • Monument

This lock is like a crossing on the water. Here the ships can drive left, right or straight - really fascinating. This type of facility is unique in Europe and is a listed building.

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2.70 km

Lovers' Island

Highlight • Forest

Small wooded area between the Ems Jade Canal and the connecting canal.
Lovers and couples used to meet here to bathe naked and do other activities. 😉

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2.78 km

Pedestrian Bridge Over the North Sea Canal

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

May not be accessible with dogs. Ours had no problems.

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4.01 km

View of the Canal

Highlight • Viewpoint

6.25 km

Ems Side Canal

Highlight • River

The Ems Lateral Canal is a 9 km long federal waterway in Lower Saxony near Emden/East Friesland. It runs from the Lower Ems near Oldersum via the Oldersum lock to …

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8.42 km

Shelter at the Fehntjer Tief Cycle and Pedestrian Bridge

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Small shelter with seating and waste bin. Ideal for resting or as protection from the sun / rain.

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11.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.43 km

2.72 km

1.84 km

801 m

264 m

Surfaces

5.72 km

2.82 km

1.77 km

382 m

360 m

Elevation

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Monday 13 July

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Kesselschleuse, Emden – Ems Side Canal loop from Kesselschleuse Emden

Kesselschleuse, Emden

Lovers' Island

Pedestrian Bridge Over the North Sea Canal

View of the Canal

Ems Side Canal

Shelter at the Fehntjer Tief Cycle and Pedestrian Bridge

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