The Schwalm hydropower has been an important economic factor in the region since the 13th century. In the 20th century, the Schwalm river was straightened in order to better drain adjacent meadows and fields. The lakes along the Schwalm were created by peat mining, sand mining or gravel mining.

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Harald & Bianca

May 25, 2020

Cycling

Nice corner to rest, information boards on the source area of the Schwalm are informative.

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S. M.

May 3, 2022

Cycling

Nicely situated rest area and interesting, which effects the lignite mining also has on more distant nature.

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1. Tüschenbroich Castle – Tüschenbroich Oil Mill loop from Wegberg

27.0km

01:38

60m

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Tüschenbroich Oil Mill – Tüschenbroich Castle loop from Wegberg

20.7km

01:16

60m

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3. Tüschenbroich Castle – Tüschenbroich Oil Mill loop from Erkelenz

23.9km

01:27

70m

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 130 m

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Tuesday 27 January

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Max wind speed: 12.0 km/h

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Location: Erkelenz, Heinsberg, Cologne District, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

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Source of the Schwalm

1. Tüschenbroich Castle – Tüschenbroich Oil Mill loop from Wegberg

2. Tüschenbroich Oil Mill – Tüschenbroich Castle loop from Wegberg

3. Tüschenbroich Castle – Tüschenbroich Oil Mill loop from Erkelenz

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