Recently some summer months got more hot and dry or cool and wet with an increased abundance of extreme weather.

The Gross domestic product (GDP) of the region was 88.1 billion € in 2018, accounting for 2.6% of German economic output.

The mostly flat landscape with its architectural and cultural gems invites cycling, both ambitious on-road riding (e.g. the Münsterland Giro race) and relaxed tours on small rural roads and Pättkes (minor paths, some are even unpaved).

Embedded in a 4,500 km long network of cycle paths are not only the most popular themed routes, but also many small and large delightful tours and round courses through the region.

Some infrastructure for cyclists with Bed & Bike farms, navigation systems, and service-stations make Münsterland a fine cycling area.