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North Rhine-Westphalia

Cologne District

Euskirchen
Hellenthal

View of the Olef Reservoir

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Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia

Cologne District

Euskirchen
Hellenthal

View of the Olef Reservoir

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View of the Olef Reservoir

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Please check local regulations for: Naturpark Hohes Venn-Eifel

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    Location: Hellenthal, Euskirchen, Cologne District, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

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    1. View of the Dieter Dam – View of the Olef Reservoir loop from Am Kransiefen

    25.1km

    01:40

    240m

    240m

    Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    2. View of the Dieter Dam – View of the Olef Reservoir loop from Nierfeld

    38.9km

    02:22

    300m

    300m

    Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    3. Olef Dam – View of the Olef Reservoir loop from Blumenthal

    30.4km

    02:14

    380m

    380m

    Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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    September 2, 2024

    From the southern lakeside path you have a great view of the dammed water masses of the Olef. The reservoir holds around 20 million cubic metres of water and serves both as flood protection for the surrounding communities and as a source of drinking water.

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      Location: Hellenthal, Euskirchen, Cologne District, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

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