Winterswijk - Borken railway line

The Winterswijk-Borken railway line is a former rail connection that runs approximately 40 kilometers from the Dutch city toward the German border. The route passes through open fields, hedgerows, and patches of woodland typical of this border landscape.

This line opened in 1878 to link the Netherlands and Germany for trade and passenger movement. After more than 100 years of service, it closed in 1979 and later became protected as a natural monument.

The transformation of this railway line reflects the regional shift from industrial transport infrastructure to environmental conservation and public recreation.

The former railway embankment has been converted into walking and cycling paths that are accessible in many sections. You can explore the route in segments depending on how much time you have available.

This decommissioned railway line, closed in 1979, now functions as a protected natural monument with specific plant and animal species.

Location: Winterswijk

GPS coordinates: 51.93296,6.75529

Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:22