--- title: "Weser-Radweg Rundtour: Verden-Achim" url: "https://www.mittelweser-tourism.com/tour/weser-radweg-rundtour-verden-achim" description: "Discover part of the Weser Cycle Path as a circular route on the main and alternative route. You can change sides of the Weser several times and determine the length of your cycle tour yourself.Coming from Verden, you have the option of crossing the Weser twice to get to Thedinghausen on the alternative route. First via the Intscheder Wehr or later with the ferry \"Gentsiet\" (weekends, May to October).Verden an der Aller developed from several settlement centers as early as the 8th century. The name comes from \"ford\" or \"ferry\". The town became a bishop's see in the 9th century. Verden was already a place of jurisdiction before Christianization. During the Saxon Wars, the \"Bloodbath of Verden\" took place here: Around 4,500 rebellious Saxons are said to have been executed by Charlemagne in 782. The Saxon Grove still commemorates this today.The Mariae et Ceciliae Cathedral is considered the city's landmark. Built between 1290 and 1490, it is the first Gothic cathedral in Lower Saxony. Worth seeing are the cloister, the Levite's chair and the baptismal font. Other historical buildings include St. Andrew's Church from the 12th century, St. John's Church built around 1150 and the baroque town hall with its tower from 1903.The history of the town is on display in the cathedral's canons' house and everything to do with horses in the German Horse Museum. From the prehistoric horse 55 million years ago to historical riding and driving equipment and modern tournament sport.The cycle path leads along the lock canal past the Romanesque St. Sigismund's Church in Daverden towards Achim. Shortly before Achim is Etelsen, famous for its castle. It was built in 1886 in the neo-Renaissance style. Conrad Wilhelm Hase erected the neo-Gothic mausoleum in the castle park as early as 1873. The castle park was modernized around 1900 by Friedrich Kreiß from Braunschweig. There's always something going on here! Summer concerts, exhibitions, theater performances, readings and vocal performances. Civil weddings are also possible at Etelsen Castle.A few kilometers further on you will reach the famous Badener Berge in Achim-Baden. Legend has it that pirate Klaus Störtebeker once hid here. Achim is derived from \"Acheim\", meaning \"place by the water\". The pedestrian zone of this town of 30,000 inhabitants is a charming mix of modern and old architecture, where the weekly market on Wednesdays and Saturdays traditionally brings crisp freshness. The Clüverhaus, St. Laurentius Church, Pforthaus and Bauernviertel are the sights.Your tour now takes you over the Weser Bridge into the joint municipality of Thedinghausen. A detour to Erbhof Castle in Thedinghausen is worthwhile! You return to Verden via Morsum and Blender (windmill).You can also find the tour at Komoot.Safety information:Throughout the entire tour, please note that the cycle paths are used at your own riskNo guarantee is given for the usability of the cycle pathsIn cities, increased attention is generally requiredPlease use existing cycle pathsOn the tour, you must expect to encounter danger spots, such as bollards, barriers to traffic.e.g. bollards, barriers and unsecured crossings of main roads - this advice applies in particular to cycling families with small children." language: "en" type: "SportsActivityLocation" image: "https://dam.destination.one/599738/5c5011d962926f181ba624f098777803236b8111aca1395f770e116a83af8c78/.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Mittelweser > Special > Destination.Data Details > Tour" --- GPX Share Weser-Radweg Rundtour: Verden-Achim =================================== - 38.70 km long - Round trip - Difficulty: easy - Condition: easy - Asphalt - Bicycle A couple with a bicycle trailer look at a map on the green shore of the Achim marina with boats. A light-flooded room in Erbhof Castle with chandelier, fireplace, wooden beams and grand piano. Lock canal in Langwedel with green bank and ship, during a transfer, in summer. Two elderly people watch a motorboat passing through the Langwedel lock in sunny weather. Magnificent Etelsen Castle made of red brick with decorative façade elements and fountain. Architectural jewel of the Gothic period with magnificent vaults and richly decorated altar in Achim. Brick Gothic with ornate gables and finely detailed stone façades characterize the image of Verden Cathedral. A visit to the German Horse Museum in Verden Historic half-timbered houses with traditional tiled roofs line a quiet cobbled street. A city view of Verden Red brick castle with magnificent entrance portal, flanked by red geraniums and trees. The historic pigeon tower stands next to the Packhof in front of the impressive Thedinghausen town hall. Green overgrown river landscape of the Weser in Achim with gentle hills and a clear blue sky. The Blender Mill with white wings is picturesquely framed by trees and surrounded by lush fields. Brick building in half-timbered style with red roof tiles and white windows on a clear blue day. Three people sit on a wooden bench on the cycle path in the Mittelweser region and enjoy nature. Highly contrasting building with yellow façade, striking clock tower and historic architectural style. St. Sigismund's Church in Daverden, historic brick church with tower, surrounded by old trees. - 2:27 h - 38.70 km - 30 m - 27 m - 6 m - 38 m - 32 m An approx. 40 km long circular tour along the Weser cycle path between Verden and Achim. Discover part of the Weser Cycle Path as a circular route on the main and alternative route. You can change sides of the Weser several times and determine the length of your cycle tour yourself. Coming from Verden, you have the option of crossing the Weser twice to get to Thedinghausen on the alternative route. First via the Intscheder Wehr or later with the ferry "Gentsiet" (weekends, May to October). Verden an der Aller developed from several settlement centers as early as the 8th century. The name comes from "ford" or "ferry". The town became a bishop's see in the 9th century. Verden was already a place of jurisdiction before Christianization. During the Saxon Wars, the "Bloodbath of Verden" took place here: Around 4,500 rebellious Saxons are said to have been executed by Charlemagne in 782. The Saxon Grove still commemorates this today. The Mariae et Ceciliae Cathedral is considered the city's landmark. Built between 1290 and 1490, it is the first Gothic cathedral in Lower Saxony. Worth seeing are the cloister, the Levite's chair and the baptismal font. Other historical buildings include St. Andrew's Church from the 12th century, St. John's Church built around 1150 and the baroque town hall with its tower from 1903. The history of the town is on display in the cathedral's canons' house and everything to do with horses in the German Horse Museum. From the prehistoric horse 55 million years ago to historical riding and driving equipment and modern tournament sport. The cycle path leads along the lock canal past the Romanesque St. Sigismund's Church in Daverden towards Achim. Shortly before Achim is Etelsen, famous for its castle. It was built in 1886 in the neo-Renaissance style. Conrad Wilhelm Hase erected the neo-Gothic mausoleum in the castle park as early as 1873. The castle park was modernized around 1900 by Friedrich Kreiß from Braunschweig. There's always something going on here! Summer concerts, exhibitions, theater performances, readings and vocal performances. Civil weddings are also possible at Etelsen Castle. A few kilometers further on you will reach the famous Badener Berge in Achim-Baden. Legend has it that pirate Klaus Störtebeker once hid here. Achim is derived from "Acheim", meaning "place by the water". The pedestrian zone of this town of 30,000 inhabitants is a charming mix of modern and old architecture, where the weekly market on Wednesdays and Saturdays traditionally brings crisp freshness. The Clüverhaus, St. Laurentius Church, Pforthaus and Bauernviertel are the sights. Your tour now takes you over the Weser Bridge into the joint municipality of Thedinghausen. A detour to Erbhof Castle in Thedinghausen is worthwhile! You return to Verden via Morsum and Blender (windmill). You can also find the tour at . **Safety information:** - Throughout the entire tour, please note that the cycle paths are used at your own risk - No guarantee is given for the usability of the cycle paths - In cities, increased attention is generally required - Please use existing cycle paths - On the tour, you must expect to encounter danger spots, such as bollards, barriers to traffic - .e.g. bollards, barriers and unsecured crossings of main roads - this advice applies in particular to cycling families with small children. Read more Waypoints --------- View on map - Museum - Power plant - Special landscape - Archaeological site - Harbour/jetty - Church Show more Good to know ------------ Best to visit suitable Depends on weather - Jan - Feb - Mar - Apr - May - Jun - Jul - Aug - Sep - Oct - Nov - Dec Author Mittelweser-Touristik GmbHLange Straße 18 31582 Nienburg/Weser Organization Mittelweser-Touristik GmbH License (master data) Mittelweser-Touristik GmbH Our recommendations ------------------- View on map - Church - Ferry - Open air theatre Nearby ------ View on map - Event - Weekly market - Place of interest - Angling/fishing - Harbour/jetty - Other architecture, infrastructure, culture destinations - Tours 56.56 km - Bicycle 58.74 km - Bicycle 54.10 km - Bicycle Contact **Mittelweser-Touristik GmbH** Lange Str. 18 31582 Nienburg (Weser) Download GPX file - -