The Vennbahn cycleway — 125 km of Europe

At the main station in Aachen the varied bike tour starts. From here you cycle to the station Aachen-Rothe Erde, where the Vennbahn starts. After you have crossed the tracks, you will meet the old Vennbahntrasse, on which you cycle comfortably. You follow the gentle arches of the route out of the city and soon dive into a lovely green landscape. Over spectacular viaducts with breathtaking views, past charming towns such as the former abbey city Kornelimünster and old, enchanted railway stations, it heads south.Through wide meadows and romantic forests you drive a little dangling through Belgium and always slightly uphill, because the bike path leads you up to the High Venn. On the border between Germany and Belgium you will cycle over the plateau and enjoy the beautiful nature. From the high plateau to the conclusion of the first stage follows a pleasant descent to the stage destination Monschau, which enchants you with its impressive half-timbered houses.

From Monschau you cycle along the Rur back to the Hohe Venn. At Kalterherberg you cross the border into Belgium and continue for a few meters up to the plateau, where you will be greeted by the fascinating landscape of the high moor: barren marshes alternate with lush green meadows and shady groups of trees. From time to time you'll pass small towns and abandoned train stations, each offering a leisurely break.After you reach the highest point of the stage, you roll comfortably on the slightly curved race track in the valley of the Amel. At Montenau you cross the merry river and cycle slightly uphill on the other side. It goes past juicy pastures where you can observe peacefully grazing animals. A few kilometers further on you will reach today's stage destination Sankt Vith. In the pretty town you can end the day at the local museum, where you will learn more about the history of the Vennbahn.

Today is the last stage of the Vennbahn cycle path. From Sankt Vith you cycle comfortably downhill through lovely meadows and enchanted forests. After the first few kilometers you pass through an exciting tunnel near Lommersweiler. The old railway tunnel will seem like a blessing, especially on hot summer days, because it is pleasantly cool inside. After crossing the tunnel, continue down to the valley of the Our. A short section takes you through Germany, but before you know it, you're back in Belgium.At Steffeshausen you leave the bank of the river and start with a climb that leads you out of the valley through a picturesque forest and meadow landscape. Just before you reach the highest point, you cross the border into Luxembourg. From here it is only a few kilometers to the finish and the lead mainly downhill. So you can enjoy the beautiful nature, while you roll yourself comfortably to Troisvierges. Here ends the Vennbahn and the memorable cycle tour on the former railway track, which has led you through three countries.