The Sloopsteener Seerunde starts at the Großen Sloopsteine in Wersen; the village church tells the story of several phases of construction.
Circular trail, forest and Niedringhaussee
The Großen Sloopsteine are the starting point for the Sloopsteener Seerunde. The easy circular trail is 6.7 kilometres long and takes about 1 hour 40 minutes. As it is a circular route, the trail returns to its starting point. The stated duration is for the walk; allow for additional time for breaks or a longer stay at the starting point, if applicable.
The route passes through forest and along shaded paths around Niedringhaussee. Its landscape also includes paths by the water, views of the shore and habitats for numerous birds. So, in addition to the walking distance, the route offers a change between forest sections and waterside surroundings. Vegetation and trail conditions can change seasonally; take this into account when planning your visit.
Getting to the starting point
The Sloopsteener Seerunde can be reached by bus S10 via the Lotte-Wersen stop. From there, a connecting path of about 1.5 kilometres leads to the Sloopsteine. This access route should be distinguished from the 6.7-kilometre circular trail: one figure refers to the route to the starting point, the other to the walk itself. No walking time is specified for the connecting path. Bus services and stop arrangements may change; check the current timetable before travelling.
Megalithic tomb and building history
The Großen Sloopsteine date from the Neolithic period, belong to the Funnel Beaker culture and date to around 3000 BC. Measuring approximately 24 by 8 metres, they give an idea of the scale of the monument. It is considered the best-preserved megalithic tomb in Westphalia. Anyone interested in early history will find a clear chronological reference point here, distinct from the later construction phases of the village church.
The village church in Wersen is a listed monument. Its history goes back to a chapel established around 1150. The late Romanesque vaulted parish church partly dates back to 1271; a west tower was added in 1886, followed by a south aisle in 1906. The years therefore mark different stages in its building history, rather than a single date of origin.
A monument with restricted access
The Doppelheuerhaus in Wersener Holz is also listed as a monument, but stands on private property. The building may only be entered with permission. So do not plan it as a freely accessible sightseeing stop.
If you are looking for a holiday apartment in Wersen, the focus of your stay can help you choose: would you like to centre it on the circular walk, or are you particularly interested in archaeological and architectural history?
For the broader travel overview: Lotte.
