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Things to see in Gangelt (Germany): 25 places and when to go
Gangelt is a town in Germany, and this site lists 25 places in and around it, mainly History (11), Wildlife (9), Nature (8). The best known are Castle Millen, Burg Wassenberg and Kapelle Marienkloster (Dremmen). The best time to come is April to October and December; also possible: January to March and November. In June there are 16 h 17 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 43. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Germany · 51.0009, 5.9862
- Places
- 25 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (11) · Wildlife (9) · Nature (8) · Temples (3) · Hiking (3) · Architecture (2)
- Best time
- April to October and December.
- Also possible
- January to March and November.
- Nearest airport
- DUS Düsseldorf, 63 km as the crow flies
What to see in Gangelt
The places in and around Gangelt, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Castle MillenCastle in Sittard, Netherlands8.2 km
- Burg WassenbergCastle16 km
- Kapelle Marienkloster (Dremmen)History · Temples12 km
- Millener MühlenWatermill in Sittard, Netherlands8.1 km
- BollebergMotte in Waldfeucht8.2 km
- Porselener MühleHistory · Architecture14 km
- Schloss ElsumChâteau in Germany16 km
- Schloss RimburgBuilding in Übach-Palenberg, Germany12 km
- Teverener HeideNature reserve in Heinsberg district, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany7.1 km
- Tüdderner FennNature reserve in Selfkant, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany4.7 km
- Wildpark GangeltWith kids · Wildlife2.3 km
- Große HeideNature reserve in Germany7.4 km
- Haus AltenburgCastle2.9 km
- HohbruchNature reserve in Germany8.5 km
- Höngener und Saeffeler BruchNature reserve in Germany3.6 km
- Im EiländchenNature reserve in Germany8.6 km
- Rodebach - Gangelt / MindergangeltNature reserve in Germany2.0 km
- PannenschoppNature reserve in Germany6.8 km
- St. LambertusHistory · Temples4.3 km
- St. NikolausParish church in Gangelt, Germany1.2 km
- Freibad KirchhovenWith kids11 km
- Hilfarther BrauhausBrewery16 km
- Pieterpad: Montfort to SittardSection of the long-distance hiking trail Pieterpad8.0 km
- Rondje Wolfrath naar het PieterpadHiking9.0 km
And the other 1, by what you come to do:
- Hiking: Wandelnetwerk Zuid-Limburg
When to go to Gangelt
The best time to visit Gangelt is April to October and December; also possible: January to March and November. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible8:10
- FebPossible9:44
- MarPossible11:32
- AprBest time13:34
- MayBest time15:19
- JunBest time16:17
- JulBest time15:53
- AugBest time14:21
- SepBest time12:22
- OctBest time10:24
- NovPossible8:37
- DecBest time7:43
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h 17 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 43. In April, 25 of the 25 places are at their best.
When to go to Germany in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Gangelt
The nearest main airport is Düsseldorf Airport (DUS, Düsseldorf), 63 km as the crow flies. How to get around Germany (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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- Grefrath52 places46 km
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- Cologne96 places68 km
And all of Germany, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Gangelt?
The best known: Castle Millen, Burg Wassenberg, Kapelle Marienkloster (Dremmen), Millener Mühlen, Bolleberg. In all, 25 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Gangelt?
April to October and December; also possible: January to March and November. In June there are 16 h 17 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 43.
How do you get to Gangelt?
The nearest main airport is Düsseldorf Airport (DUS), 63 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Gangelt as the destination and these 25 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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