Surroundings

Ishara Pool

Located right in the centre of Bielefeld, the Ishara Pool is an oasis of relaxation. With various pools and activity options, the bathing area offers relaxation for young and old alike under the motto “Bathing like in 1001 Nights”.

Gartenschaupark Rietberg

On the grounds of the former NRW State Garden Show 2008, you will now find Gartenschaupark Rietberg. The park not only offers numerous play opportunities for children, but is also a must-see for flower and garden lovers!

Zoo Safaripark

If you want to experience wild animals up close and fancy a bit of adventure and action, the Safari Park in Stukenbrock is just the place! Of course, the animals are the main attraction in the park, but there are now also plenty of rides – thrills guaranteed!

Dr. Oetker World

How is Dr. Oetker pudding powder actually made, and how does the pudding get into the cup? You can get to the bottom of these and many other questions on a tour of Dr. Oetker World. On the guided tours, you will learn all kinds of things about the production processes and the company’s development – of course not without a treat from the pudding wonder!

European Cycle Route

In the immediate vicinity of our hotel complex is European Cycle Route R1, which connects Boulogne-sur-Mer with St. Petersburg over a total distance of 3,500 km. The idyllic Münsterland park landscape is perfect for exploring by bike!

Ems Cycle Route

Also near our hotel is the Ems Cycle Route, which follows the course of the River Ems from its source to its mouth. Here you can cycle along the river at a relaxed pace and enjoy the scenery.

Spökenkieker Route

You can also cycle around the town of Harsewinkel on the Spökenkieker Route over a distance of around 35 kilometres – or simply ride wherever your bike takes you!

BahnRadRoute Teuto-Senne

On the BahnRadRoutes, you can switch between train and bike at any time – the nearest station is usually no more than five kilometres away. The “Teuto-Senne” route runs from Osnabrück via Bielefeld to Paderborn, through beautiful landscapes and idyllic towns.

For exploring the surrounding area, we are happy to provide our guests with high-quality rental bikes and maps. Guests arriving with their own bikes can store them with us free of charge in a lockable area. The rental fee per bike is EUR 10.00/day.

Golfclub Marienfeld e. V.

Just five minutes’ drive from our hotel is Golfclub Marienfeld. In a beautiful setting, professionals, beginners, young and old can practise here.

Westfälischer Golfclub Gütersloh e.V.

On spacious grounds at Golfclub Gütersloh, you can improve your skills. The 18-hole course offers tricky fairways and a number of hazards, such as ponds or bunkers.

Golfclub Schloß Vornholz e. V.

With Vornholz Castle always in sight, both professional and amateur golfers will get their money’s worth at Golfclub Schloß Vornholz. The old trees in particular, which naturally border the fairways, are what make this course so appealing.

Golfclub Teutoburger Wald Halle Westfalen e. V.

One of Germany’s most beautiful golf facilities can be found in Halle Westfalen, only around 25 minutes’ drive from our hotel. At Golfclub Teutoburger Wald, all performance and age groups will find a challenging and idyllic course that promises the highest quality in every respect.

Senne Golfclub Gut Welschof e. V.

Near the Hermannsdenkmal monument is Senne Golfclub Gut Welschof. The 18-hole course can be played almost all year round, as the sandy soil allows moisture to drain away quickly. Set amid the Senne landscape, this course is a highlight for every golfer.

Golfclub Schultenhof Peckeloh e. V.

Set in the typical hilly Westphalian landscape is Golfclub Schultenhof Peckeloh. The original vegetation has been carefully expanded with new plantings and ponds, allowing the course to blend gently into its surroundings.

Theatre Gütersloh

Enjoy one of the many performances at Theatre Gütersloh! A visit is worthwhile not only because of the curated and varied programme – the architecture alone of the theatre, opened in 2010 and built by Jörg Friedrich, is well worth seeing.

Kunsthalle Bielefeld

Art lovers may enjoy a visit to Kunsthalle Bielefeld. Modern and contemporary artists are presented there in changing exhibitions.

Marta Herford

A highlight in the area is Marta Herford. The museum of contemporary art exhibits modern artists and has a special focus on architecture and design. This is reflected not only in the many exhibitions, but also in the building itself: designed by Frank Gehry, it offers a unique spatial experience.

Heinz Nixdorf MuseumsForum

The world’s largest computer museum can be found in Paderborn – at the Heinz Nixdorf MuseumsForum, you can learn all about the invention of the computer, the cultural history of the office, or the pioneers of computer technology across 6,000 square metres.

LWL Open-Air Museum Detmold

The open-air museum in Detmold is one of the most important open-air museums of its kind in Europe. Across 90 hectares and with more than 100 historic buildings, it vividly tells the cultural and everyday history of Westphalia.

West Prussian State Museum

You can learn all about West Prussia as a German-Polish cultural region at the West Prussian State Museum. It explains in a multifaceted way what West Prussia is and what defines it. Housed in a former Franciscan monastery on the edge of Warendorf’s old town, the museum building itself is also a highlight for visitors.

Archaeological open-air museum

The archaeological open-air museum in Oerlinghausen offers an insight into prehistoric everyday life across six building groups. Whether Ice Age reindeer hunters or an early medieval farmstead – the open-air museum explains how people lived at the time in a vivid, hands-on way.

Externsteine

In the middle of the Teutoburg Forest are the Externsteine, a rock formation and one of Germany’s most striking sights. Numerous guided tours offer an extraordinary nature experience – or you can explore this natural attraction on your own!

Marienfeld Monastery

One of the most important sights in the area is, of course, Marienfeld Monastery, on whose grounds our hotel is located today. The abbey church, more than 800 years old, is one of the most important architectural monuments in the area and, with its late Romanesque architecture, has had a decisive influence on the construction style of the surrounding churches.

Churches

The church towers of the neo-Gothic St Lucia Church in Harsewinkel and St John’s Church in Greffen also serve as visible landmarks across the flat landscape. The Catholic St Lucia Church dates from 1860; the parish church of St John was built in 1899 and later extended with side aisles.

Hermannsdenkmal

The Hermannsdenkmal near Detmold is one of Germany’s best-known monuments. Built between 1838 and 1875, it depicts the Cheruscan prince Arminius, under whose leadership the Germanic tribes won the Battle of the Teutoburg Forest against the Romans. With a total height of 53.46 metres, the Hermannsdenkmal is Germany’s tallest statue and remains one of the most popular excursion destinations to this day!

Sparrenburg

High above Bielefeld, at an altitude of 180 metres, stands Sparrenburg, one of Bielefeld’s landmarks. It is Germany’s northernmost preserved spur castle. During the season, the 300-metre-long underground passage system can be visited. On a guided tour, visitors learn all about the impressive history of the castle, and the climb up the 37-metre-high castle tower is rewarded with a beautiful view over the university city.

Schloss Neuhaus

Just outside Paderborn lies Schloss Neuhaus, a beautiful and idyllic Renaissance building. In addition to the park, there are also interesting museums and exhibitions to see; children can let off steam on various playgrounds, and in summer a wide range of open-air events is offered for every taste.

Schloss Rheda

Schloss Rheda is a beautiful moated castle located in Rheda-Wiedenbrück. First mentioned in 1170, it has been well preserved to this day and, in addition to a beautiful park for strolling and relaxing, offers a carriage exhibition, a toy and costume collection, and an orangery in the castle park.

Iburg Castle and Monastery

Iburg was built in 1070 on a hill; around ten years later, the Benedictine monastery was founded within the castle. Particularly impressive are the ceiling paintings in the Knights’ Hall from the 17th century. Guided tours and night watchman tours are offered regularly.

Warendorf State Stud

Not only of interest to horse lovers is the Warendorf State Stud: the stallion parades, which take place every year in late summer/autumn, are a highlight for visitors. The open-air festival with the “Symphony of the Stallions”, a family day and a live concert is also always worth a visit.

Teutoburg Forest

In the nearby Teutoburg Forest, you will find not only numerous hiking routes, but also interesting sights and a wide range of events. The Teutoburg Forest is a low mountain range in the Lower Saxon Uplands and is best known for the Battle of the Teutoburg Forest, which took place in the 9th century between the Germanic tribes and the Romans.

Hermannsweg

The Hermannsweg is one of Germany’s best-known hiking trails and a must in any hiking logbook! It runs as a ridge trail along the Teutoburg Forest from Rheine to the Lippischer Velmerstot. In addition to the beautiful nature, the 156 km route also offers numerous sights, such as the “Hockende Weib” at the Dörenther Klippen, Germany’s largest open-air music theatre in Tecklenburg, Iburg Castle, Sparrenburg in Bielefeld and, of course, the Hermannsdenkmal monument!

Prälatenweg

The Prälatenweg connects, for example, the three monasteries of Marienfeld, Herzebrock and Clarholz and offers a beautiful and varied route across the Münsterland.